Parmesan Herb Butter

Elevate your meals with this rich and flavorful Parmesan Herb Butter, a gourmet spread that's as versatile as it is irresistible. Made with creamy unsalted butter, nutty Parmesan cheese, fresh aromatic herbs like parsley, thyme, and rosemary, and a hint of zesty lemon, this recipe is a perfect balance of savory and bright flavors. The addition of garlic, salt, and black pepper gives it a robust punch, making it a pantry essential for home cooks. Whip it up in just 10 minutes, shape it into a convenient log, and slice off rounds for melting over grilled meats, roasted vegetables, crusty bread, or warm pasta. With simple ingredients and no cooking required, this herb-infused butter is a must-have for adding an effortless touch of elegance to any dish. Plus, it stores beautifully in the fridge or freezer for weeks of culinary magic at your fingertips!

Nutriscore Rating: 35/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 113.4 grams Unsalted butter
• 30 grams Grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, finely chopped
• 1.5 teaspoons Fresh thyme leaves
• 1 teaspoon Fresh rosemary, finely chopped
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon Lemon zest

Directions

Step 1

1. Remove the butter from the refrigerator and allow it to come to room temperature. This will take about 20-30 minutes.

Step 2

2. In a medium mixing bowl, combine the softened butter, grated Parmesan cheese, chopped parsley, thyme leaves, chopped rosemary, minced garlic, salt, black pepper, and lemon zest.

Step 3

3. Using a spatula or spoon, mix all the ingredients thoroughly until they are evenly distributed throughout the butter.

Step 4

4. Place a sheet of parchment paper or plastic wrap on a flat surface. Scoop the butter mixture onto the center and shape it into a log by rolling the paper or wrap around the butter. Twist the ends to secure tightly.

Step 5

5. Refrigerate the butter log for at least 1 hour to firm up. For quicker results, place it in the freezer for 20-30 minutes.

Step 6

6. Once firm, slice the butter into rounds for serving, or leave it whole and cut as needed.

Step 7

7. Store the Parmesan Herb Butter in the refrigerator for up to 1 week or in the freezer for up to 3 months.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(156.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	952.7

Total Fat 106.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 62.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 281.1mg	0%
Sodium 1711.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 1.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 0.7g	0%
Total Sugars 0.1g
Protein 13.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 380.5mg	0%
Iron 0.8mg	0%
Potassium 108.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 94.3%

Protein: 5.2%

Carbs: 0.6%