Herb Butter for French Bread
Elevate your next loaf of French bread with this luscious Herb Butter, a perfect blend of creamy unsalted butter and fragrant fresh herbs. This easy-to-make spread combines parsley, chives, thyme, and rosemary with a hint of garlic, a dash of kosher salt, and freshly ground black pepper, creating a symphony of savory flavors. The addition of zesty lemon zest adds a bright and fresh twist, making it irresistible. Ready in just 10 minutes, this herb-infused butter is ideal for slathering over warm, crusty French bread or as a flavorful addition to your favorite dishes. Perfect for entertaining or a cozy night at home, this recipe is your go-to for bold, herbaceous flavor.
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Ingredients
- 1 cup (2 sticks, softened) unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons (finely chopped) fresh parsley
- 1 tablespoon (finely chopped) fresh chives
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
- 1 teaspoon (finely minced) fresh rosemary
- 2 cloves (minced) garlic
- 0.5 teaspoon kosher salt
- 0.25 teaspoon (freshly ground) black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon lemon zest
Directions
Step 1
Place the softened unsalted butter in a medium-sized mixing bowl.
Step 2
Add the finely chopped parsley, chives, thyme leaves, and minced rosemary to the butter.
Step 3
Stir in the minced garlic, kosher salt, freshly ground black pepper, and lemon zest.
Step 4
Using a fork or spatula, mix all ingredients together until they are evenly combined and the herbs are well distributed throughout the butter.
Step 5
Transfer the herb butter to a sheet of parchment paper or plastic wrap.
Step 6
Form the butter into a log or rectangular shape by rolling it tightly in the parchment or wrap, twisting the ends to seal.
Step 7
Place the herb butter in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour to firm up before serving.
Step 8
Slice the butter into rounds and serve it spread over warm, crusty French bread. Store leftover butter in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (243.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1654.8 |
| Total Fat 193.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 112.5g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 498.2mg | 0% |
| Sodium 333.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 3.1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 0.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 0.2g | |
| Protein 2.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 79.0mg | 0% |
| Iron 0.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 153.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories