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Cowboy Butter

Irresistible Cowboy Butter: Elevate Your Grilled Favorites

Cowboy Butter is a vibrant, herb-infused condiment that elevates grilled dishes in under 10 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Resting Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 8 tablespoons
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 100
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened to room temperature
  • 2-3 cloves fresh garlic minced
For the Freshness
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh chives finely chopped
For the Zest
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest fresh
For the Flavor
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard or yellow mustard
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika or regular paprika
  • to taste teaspoon fine sea salt
  • to taste teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
For the Extras (Optional)
  • 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar optional
  • to taste dashes Worcestershire sauce optional
  • to taste dashes hot sauce for more heat

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Cowboy Butter
  1. Soften the butter by allowing it to sit at room temperature for about 30 minutes.
  2. Mince the garlic, then finely chop the parsley and chives. Zest and juice the lemon.
  3. Combine the softened butter with the garlic, herbs, lemon juice, and zest in a mixing bowl.
  4. Stir in the Dijon mustard, red pepper flakes, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
  5. Mix in optional balsamic vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, and hot sauce if desired.
  6. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed before serving.
  7. Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 2 weeks; freeze for longer storage.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tablespoonCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 1gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 105mgVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 2mg

Notes

For deeper flavors, let Cowboy Butter rest in the fridge for at least 2 hours after mixing. Always use fresh ingredients for the best taste.

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