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Basil Butter Recipe

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Ingredients:  
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1 1/2 cups packed fresh basil leaves, stemmed
1 lb salted butter, softened
Freshly ground pepper to taste
Directions:
Directions:
Using kitchen shears or a very sharp knife, finely chop basil leaves and add to softened butter. Mix well and season to taste. Drop by tablespoons onto foil and freeze. When completely frozen, place each tablespoon of butter in small sandwich bags, then place into a larger heavy-duty freezer bag. Makes l lb. Keeps for 6-8 months. To use, thaw at room temperature. Basil butter is excellent on grilled lamb chops, steak, chicken, pasta, or steamed vegetables.
Other herbs (parsley or thyme or mixed herbs) can be used.
The butter can be rolled into 1 inch diameter rolls and wrapped in plastic wrap and stored frozen. Cut off slices as needed.

 

 

 

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