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Cowboy Butter

Cowboy Butter is a flavorful compound butter made with fresh herbs, spices, and a hint of tanginess, perfect for enhancing grilled meats, vegetables, and bread.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: condiment
Cuisine: American
Calories: 100
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Cowboy Butter Ingredients
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh chives, finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper adjust to taste
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Equipment

  • mixing bowl

Method
 

  1. Gather all your ingredients to ensure a smooth preparation process.
  2. In a medium mixing bowl, add the softened butter at room temperature.
  3. Mix in the chopped parsley, chives, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, and cayenne pepper until well combined.
  4. Season with salt and pepper to taste, adjusting spices as desired.
  5. Transfer the mixture onto parchment paper or plastic wrap, roll into a log shape, and refrigerate for at least 60 minutes.
  6. Once chilled, slice the butter into rounds and serve on grilled meats, vegetables, or warm bread.

Nutrition

Calories: 100kcalSodium: 50mg

Notes

Cowboy Butter can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.

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