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Pesto Butter

Easy Pesto Butter: Elevate Your Summer Dishes Instantly

Pesto Butter is a delightful spread combining fresh basil and creamy butter, perfect for enhancing your summer dishes.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Sauces
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 100

Ingredients
  

For the Butter
  • 1 cup softened butter preferably unsalted
  • 1/2 cup fresh basil pesto homemade enhances freshness
  • 1/4 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese store-bought or freshly grated
  • 1 clove garlic optional, adjust based on taste

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Fork
  • Plastic wrap
  • sharp knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Basil Pesto Butter
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine softened butter, fresh basil pesto, grated Parmesan cheese, and minced garlic (if using). Mix until smooth and well incorporated.
  2. Transfer the pesto butter mixture onto plastic wrap and shape it into a log.
  3. Twist the ends of the plastic wrap to secure the log and chill in the refrigerator for 1-2 hours or in the freezer for 45-60 minutes.
  4. Once chilled, slice the log into disks and store in an airtight container or ziplock bag.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 1gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 20mgVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 0.2mg

Notes

Best served chilled; can enhance grilled meats, pasta, and veggies. Store in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months.

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