For best flavor, use fresh, high-quality basil. Adjust the amount of garlic to your preference. This butter can be stored in the refrigerator for up to a week, or frozen for longer storage. Consider adding a pinch of red pepper flakes for a touch of heat.
Simple Basil Butter
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PREP TIME10 mins
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COOK TIME0 mins
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TOTAL TIME10 mins
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SERVING8 People
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VIEWS70
Elevate your summer dishes with this vibrant and fragrant basil butter. Perfect for slathering on grilled corn, crusty bread, or melting over roasted vegetables, it's a simple yet sophisticated way to capture the essence of fresh basil.
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate1 g
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Cholesterol31 mg
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Fiber0 g
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Protein0 g
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Saturated Fat7 g
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Sodium373 mg
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Sugar0 g
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Fat12 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
DIRECTIONS
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01 Step
Recipe View 2 mins Combine basil leaves and garlic in the bowl of a food processor. Pulse until finely chopped. (2 minutes)
02 Step
Recipe View 1 mins Add lemon juice, salt, and sugar to the basil mixture. Pulse again to combine all ingredients. (1 minute)
03 Step
Recipe View 3 mins Add the softened butter to the food processor. Process until the mixture is smooth, creamy, and uniformly green. (3 minutes)
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Curtis Hermann
Dec 12, 2024I made this for a dinner party and everyone raved about it. The lemon juice really brightens the flavor.
Efren Miller
Nov 6, 2024This recipe is so easy and the butter is absolutely delicious! I used it on grilled chicken and it was a hit.
Tina Ferry
Oct 15, 2024Freezing this butter in small portions is a great way to have fresh basil flavor all winter long.