Cowboy Butter: Elevate Meals with This Delicious Spread
Elevate your meals with Cowboy Butter, a rich and flavorful spread that transforms any dish from ordinary to extraordinary. This creamy concoction combines the zest of garlic, the freshness of herbs, and a hint of spice, making it the perfect accompaniment for grilled meats, roasted vegetables, or just warm crusty bread. Easy to prepare and versatile enough to fit any occasion, this Cowboy Butter will surely become a staple in your kitchen. With minimal ingredients and a quick prep time, you’ll wonder how you ever cooked without it!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Approximately 16 servings 1x
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon fresh chives, chopped
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional for heat)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine softened butter, minced garlic, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes if desired.
- Mix until well combined and smooth.
- Fold in chopped parsley and chives for added flavor and color.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to use. For the best flavor, let it sit at room temperature for about 10-15 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon (14g)
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 30mg