Herb Butter

By Chef Danielle August 26th, 2009

herb-butter-002So even after using my fresh herbs in several recipes and making homemade Pesto I still find I have some left over.   Even if you don’t grow your own herbs you may find yourself with some extra herbs when you buy a pack to use in a recipe.  I found a great solution.  I made some delicious Herb Butter that I put in my freezer and I can use it whenever I have a craving for garlic bread, I want to spice up some vegetables, or even on chicken or steak.  I had extra Basil and Oregano so that is what I used but you can use whatever herbs you have on hand.

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Herb Butter

1/2 cup softened butter
2-4 Tbsp of fresh herbs chopped
1 clove garlic finely chopped (optional)herb-butter-0052
Mix all the ingredients to combine.  Use immediately or transfer to an airtight container for later use.

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4 Responses to “Herb Butter”

  1. kaitlyn Says:
    August 26th, 2009 at 3:19 pm

    Why didn’t I think of this? I ALWAYS have herbs left over when I buy them for anything. This is so perfect. You’re a genius.

  2. Chef Danielle Says:
    August 26th, 2009 at 3:34 pm

    thanks I know thats why you are lucky to be my sister :)

  3. Frieda Says:
    August 26th, 2009 at 9:36 pm

    Thank you for another great idea to use herbs~

  4. Aini Says:
    October 11th, 2009 at 7:50 pm

    Great. Now i can say thank you!,

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