Cowboy Butter: Elevate Meals with This Delicious Spread
Cowboy Butter: Elevate Meals with This Delicious Spread is a simple yet flavorful addition to your culinary repertoire. This versatile spread combines rich, buttery goodness with aromatic garlic and fresh herbs, making it perfect for enhancing grilled meats, veggies, or simply spreading on warm bread. Ready in just 10 minutes, Cowboy Butter is not only quick and easy but also family-friendly—kids and adults alike will appreciate its zesty flavor. You can prepare it ahead of time and let the flavors meld in the fridge, ensuring every bite is deliciously memorable. Whether you’re hosting a family gathering or enjoying a casual weeknight dinner, this irresistible spread will elevate any meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: About 10 servings 1x
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon non-alcoholic Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon fresh chives, chopped
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional for heat)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine softened butter, minced garlic, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, and optional red pepper flakes.
- Mix until well combined to create a creamy texture.
- Fold in chopped parsley and chives for added flavor and color.
- Transfer to a serving dish and allow it to sit at room temperature for 10-15 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 30mg