Description
This easy garlic butter recipe is creamy, garlicky, and loaded with fresh herbs perfect for bread, meats, vegetables, and more. Ready in just 5 minutes!
Ingredients
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- 1 cup 2 sticks unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning (optional)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, beat the softened butter until smooth.
- Add garlic, parsley, black pepper, and Italian seasoning. Mix until fully combined.
- Add salt gradually, to taste.
- Serve immediately or store in the fridge or freezer.
Notes
- Use European-style butter for extra creaminess.
- Add lemon zest, parmesan, or red pepper flakes for flavor variations.
- Can be frozen in a log shape and sliced as needed.
Nutrition
- Calories: 102
