Creamy Roasted Garlic Butter Recipe

Introduction

Roasted Garlic Butter is a simple yet flavorful addition that can elevate any dish. Combining the rich, mellow taste of roasted garlic with creamy butter, it’s perfect for spreading on bread, melting over vegetables, or enhancing meats.

Ingredients

• 1 bulb of garlic
• 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
• 1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Slice the top off the garlic bulb to expose the cloves, drizzle with a little oil, wrap in foil, and roast for about 30-40 minutes until the cloves are soft and golden.
2. Step 2: Allow the roasted garlic to cool slightly, then squeeze the softened garlic from the cloves into a bowl. Mix the roasted garlic thoroughly into the softened butter along with the salt until well combined.

Tips & Variations

• For a fresh twist, add chopped herbs like parsley or thyme to the butter mixture.
• Use salted butter if you prefer to skip adding extra salt.
• Roast the garlic in advance and store the paste in the fridge for quick use.

Storage

Store the roasted garlic butter in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week. For longer storage, freeze it in small portions and thaw as needed. Reheat gently or simply spread at room temperature for best texture.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use pre-minced garlic instead of roasting fresh garlic?

While pre-minced garlic saves time, it lacks the sweetness and depth that roasting brings. Roasting fresh garlic gives a mellow, caramelized flavor that really enhances the butter.

How can I use roasted garlic butter?

Spread it on warm bread, melt it over steamed vegetables, use it to baste grilled meats, or stir it into mashed potatoes for an extra burst of flavor.

Creamy Roasted Garlic Butter Recipe

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This Roasted Garlic Butter recipe infuses creamy butter with the rich, mellow flavors of roasted garlic, making it an ideal spread or finishing touch for breads, vegetables, and meats.

• Author: Kai
• Prep Time: 5 minutes
• Cook Time: 35 minutes
• Total Time: 40 minutes
• Yield: Approximately 3/4 cup of roasted garlic butter 1x
• Category: Condiment
• Method: Roasting
• Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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Ingredients

• 1 whole head of garlic
• 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
• 1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions

1. Prepare the Garlic: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Slice the top off the garlic head to expose the cloves. Drizzle with a bit of olive oil, wrap in aluminum foil, and roast in the oven for about 30-35 minutes until soft and golden.
2. Make the Garlic Butter: Once the garlic is cool enough to handle, squeeze the roasted garlic cloves out of their skins into a bowl. Add the softened butter and salt, then mix thoroughly until well combined.
3. Store or Serve: Use the roasted garlic butter immediately as a spread or flavor enhancer, or place it in a container and refrigerate for up to a week.

Notes

• Roasting garlic mellows its sharpness and adds a sweet, nutty flavor.
• Use unsalted butter to control the saltiness of the final product.
• This butter can be frozen in small portions for longer storage.

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