Description
Homemade garlic butter spread combines rich creamy butter with zesty minced garlic for an irresistible condiment. Slathered on fresh bread or melted over grilled meats, this simple recipe elevates meals with its bold, aromatic flavor profile.
Ingredients
Scale
- ½ cup (115 g) unsalted butter, softened
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsps fresh parsley, finely chopped
- ¼ tsp garlic powder
- ¼ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Preparation: Combine softened butter with minced garlic, chopped parsley, and selected dry seasonings in a mixing bowl, ensuring all ingredients are at room temperature for optimal blending.
- Mixing: Thoroughly incorporate Parmesan cheese and seasonings using a fork or silicone spatula, creating a uniform compound with balanced flavor distribution and no isolated ingredient pockets.
- Seasoning: Meticulously adjust salt and garlic levels to match personal taste preferences, sampling the mixture to achieve desired flavor intensity.
- Storage: Transfer the aromatic butter spread into a clean container, smoothing the surface for an elegant presentation, then refrigerate to allow flavors to meld and develop.
- Serving: Remove from refrigerator 15 minutes before use, allowing the spread to soften. Generously apply to warm bread, toast, grilled vegetables, or utilize as a versatile culinary enhancement.
Notes
- Soften Butter Strategically: Let butter reach room temperature naturally, avoiding microwave heating to prevent uneven melting and potential flavor compromise.
- Balance Garlic Intensity: Start with less minced garlic and gradually increase to control the pungency, preventing overpowering flavors for different palate sensitivities.
- Chop Herbs Finely: Mince parsley uniformly to distribute flavor evenly and prevent large herb chunks that disrupt the spread’s smooth texture.
- Enhance Flavor Depths: Experiment with additional herbs like oregano or thyme to create personalized flavor variations matching different cuisine styles.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Appetizer
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 9
- Calories: 116
- Sugar: 0.1 g
- Sodium: 83 mg
- Fat: 12.6 g
- Saturated Fat: 7.8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3.9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 0.4 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 0.2 g
- Cholesterol: 31 mg