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Creamy Garlic Butter

3-Ingredient Garlic Butter: How to Make It in Just 5 Minutes

  • Author: Jeremy
  • Total Time: 5 minutes
  • Yield: ½ cup (about 8 servings)

Description

This 3-ingredient garlic butter is rich, creamy, and bursting with flavor! Perfect for spreading on bread, melting over steak, or tossing into pasta. With just butter, garlic, and parsley, this easy recipe comes together in minutes and adds an instant gourmet touch to any meal. Make a batch today and elevate your cooking!

Ingredients

IngredientQuantityNotes
Butter½ cup (1 stick)Unsalted is best for better control of seasoning.
Garlic2 clovesFinely minced or grated for even distribution.
Parsley1 tbspFreshly chopped for the best flavor, or use ½ tsp dried parsley.

Instructions

  1. Soften the Butter: Leave the butter at room temperature for about 30 minutes, or microwave in 5-second bursts until just soft.
  2. Mince the Garlic: Peel and finely mince the garlic cloves. If you want a milder garlic taste, roast the garlic first.
  3. Mix the Ingredients: In a small bowl, combine the softened butter, minced garlic, and chopped parsley. Mix well with a fork until smooth and fully blended.
  4. Serve or Store: Use immediately, or store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to one week. To freeze, roll the butter into a log, wrap in plastic, and slice off pieces as needed.

Notes

  • Storage: Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 7 days. Freeze for up to 3 months by rolling into a log and slicing as needed.
  • Customization: Add lemon zest for freshness, or a pinch of chili flakes for spice.
  • Vegan Alternative: Use vegan butter or olive oil for a dairy-free version.
  • Best Uses: Perfect for spreading on warm bread, grilled steak, pasta, seafood, or roasted vegetables.
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Condiments, Spreads, Sauces
  • Method: Mixing
  • Cuisine: Universal

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 tablespoon (about 14g)
  • Calories: 102
  • Sugar: 0g
  • Sodium: 1mg (varies based on butter type)
  • Fat: 11.5g
  • Saturated Fat: 7.3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4.2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 0.1g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 0.1g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg

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