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Homemade Garlic Butter Recipe

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This homemade garlic butter recipe is a simple and flavorful blend of softened unsalted butter, fresh garlic, parsley, and a hint of lemon juice. Perfect as a spread, topping, or cooking enhancer, it adds a rich and aromatic garlic flavor to breads, vegetables, meats, and seafood.

Ingredients

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Garlic Butter Ingredients

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened (2 sticks)
  • 4–6 cloves garlic, minced (adjust to taste)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped (or 1 tablespoon dried parsley)
  • 1 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice (optional, for brightness)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Ingredients: Soften the unsalted butter to room temperature for easy mixing. If it is too hard, microwave it for about 10-15 seconds, taking care not to melt it.
  2. Mix the Garlic Butter: In a medium bowl, combine the softened butter, minced garlic, chopped parsley, salt, black pepper if using, and lemon juice if using. Use a fork or spatula to mix thoroughly until the mixture is well combined and creamy.
  3. Store the Garlic Butter: Spoon the garlic butter into a small airtight container or roll it into a log shape using parchment paper. Refrigerate until firm if using the log shape. Store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks or freeze for up to 3 months.

Notes

  • Adjust the amount of garlic according to your taste preference.
  • Use fresh parsley for best flavor, but dried parsley works as a substitute.
  • Black pepper and lemon juice are optional but add brightness and depth to the flavor.
  • Softening the butter properly is key to easily mixing all ingredients.
  • This garlic butter is perfect for spreading on bread, topping steaks, or adding flavor to vegetables and seafood.
  • Can be frozen for longer storage; thaw in the refrigerator before use.

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