Basil Lemon Zest Butter
Basil butter (compound butter) is one of my favourite ways to preserve a summer basil harvest. It's incredibly versatile and freezes beautifully. Option: add 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese!
Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings 1 cup
Ingredients
- 1 cup (227 g) unsalted butter softened
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves loosely packed
- 1 garlic clove crushed
- 1/2 teaspoon flaky sea salt
- 1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
Instructions
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Finely chop the basil or pulse it briefly in a food processor.
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Mix the softened butter with the basil, crushed garlic, salt, and lemon zest until well combined.
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Spoon onto parchment or plastic wrap, roll into a log, twist the ends, and refrigerate until firm or up to 1 week or in the freezer for up to 3 months.