Basil Butter Recipe

Experience the vibrant taste of Canada with this easy-to-make Basil Butter recipe! A quick and flavorful spread perfect for bread, pasta, or vegetables. This recipe, originally from Allrecipes, elevates simple ingredients into a culinary delight. Get ready to impress your guests with this zesty, herbaceous treat!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 55 kcal
Protein 0g
Rating 4.8 (5 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Basil Butter

  • 2 cloves minced garlic
  • 1 cup packed fresh basil leaves
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened

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How to Make Basil Butter

  1. Add 2 cloves of minced garlic, 1 cup of packed fresh basil leaves, and 1/4 teaspoon of freshly cracked black pepper to the bowl of a food processor.
  2. Pulse until the garlic is finely chopped but not pureed. You want small bits of garlic visible.
  3. Add 1 cup (2 sticks) of softened unsalted butter and process until just combined. Be careful not to over-process.
  4. Spoon the mixture into a container, cover, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until firm.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

1 g

Sugar

0g

Fat

19g

Carbs

0g

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