Low Sodium Blue Cheese Butter
Elevate your culinary creations with this indulgent yet heart-conscious Low Sodium Blue Cheese Butter! Perfectly balancing the robust tang of low sodium blue cheese with the creamy richness of unsalted butter, this recipe delivers a gourmet spread that's both bold in flavor and mindful of sodium intake. Infused with fresh chives, a hint of garlic, and a touch of zesty lemon juice, this compound butter is easy to make in just 15 minutes and is versatile enough to complement grilled steaks, roasted vegetables, or crusty bread. Ideal for those seeking a healthier twist on classic flavor enhancers, this savory butter can be prepared ahead, stored, and sliced whenever you need a pop of luxurious taste.
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Ingredients
- 8 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 ounces low sodium blue cheese
- 1 tablespoon fresh chives
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Take the unsalted butter out of the refrigerator and let it soften at room temperature for about 15 minutes. It should be soft enough to mix easily, but not melted.
Step 2
In a mixing bowl, crumble the low sodium blue cheese and set aside.
Step 3
Finely chop the fresh chives and add them to the bowl with blue cheese.
Step 4
Add the softened unsalted butter to the bowl. Using a fork or an electric mixer on low speed, mix together the butter, blue cheese, and chives until well combined.
Step 5
Sprinkle in the garlic powder and freshly ground black pepper, then add the lemon juice. Continue mixing until all ingredients are fully incorporated and the butter is smooth.
Step 6
Taste the butter and adjust the seasoning as needed, noting that this recipe is designed to be low in sodium.
Step 7
Spoon the finished blue cheese butter onto a piece of plastic wrap or parchment paper. Roll it into a log shape, twisting the ends to seal.
Step 8
Refrigerate the butter log for at least 30 minutes to allow it to firm up, or store it in the freezer for up to two months. Slice as needed.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (177.3g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1026.7 |
| Total Fat 112.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 66.1g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 288.5mg | 0% |
| Sodium 321.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 3.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 0.4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 0.2g | |
| Protein 13.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 12.1IU | 0% |
| Calcium 334.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 0.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 201.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories