Chestnut Free Garlic-Parsley Butter
Compound butter sounds fancy, but this version comes together in minutes with nothing more than a bowl, a fork, and a handful of fresh ingredients. Bright parsley, punchy garlic, a hit of lemon zest, and a whisper of red pepper flakes transform a stick of softened butter into something that feels genuinely restaurant-worthy. It's the kind of condiment that makes a simple grilled steak, roasted vegetables, or crusty bread taste like you actually tried. Rolled into a tidy log and chilled until firm, it slices into gorgeous rounds that melt dramatically over whatever hot food they land on. For anyone navigating tree nut allergies, compound butters from specialty shops or deli counters can be a real wildcard — shared prep surfaces and unexpected add-ins make them risky. This one keeps things clean and straightforward: every ingredient is right there in the list, no mystery components, no cross-contact concerns. Make a batch on Sunday and you'll find yourself reaching for it all week long.
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8 servings
- ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
- 2 cloves garlic, finely minced or pressed
- 3 tbsp fresh flat-leaf parsley, finely chopped
- ½ tsp lemon zest
- ¼ tsp kosher salt
- ⅛ tsp black pepper, freshly ground
- ¼ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Place the softened butter in a mixing bowl and beat with a fork or hand mixer until smooth and evenly spreadable, about 1 minute.
- 2
Add the garlic, parsley, lemon zest, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes, if using. Stir and fold until all ingredients are evenly distributed throughout the butter with no streaks.
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