Basil Pesto Butter
"Elevate your dishes with Basil Pesto Butter – a make-ahead, freeze-ready flavor booster for quick and delicious meals!"
Equipment
- 1 small or medium mixing bowl
- 1 silicone spatula or wooden spoon
Ingredients
- 1 cup butter
- 1/2 cup Pesto Sauce
- 2 Tsp garlic powder
- 2 Tsp of italian seasoning or herbs of your choice
Instructions
- Room Temperature Butter: Start with room temperature, softened butter. This makes it easier to mix and incorporate other ingredients.
- Mix It All Together: Combine the room-temperature butter with a generous dollop of basil pesto. Adjust the amount to suit your taste preferences. Sprinkle in some garlic powder and add your chosen dried herbs. The herbs can be tailored to your liking, whether it's oregano, thyme, rosemary, dill weed, a mix like Italian seasoning, or even herbs de Provence.
- Roll: Once all the ingredients are thoroughly mixed, shape the pesto butter into a log. To do this, lay out a sheet of plastic wrap or parchment paper, place the butter mixture on it, and carefully roll it into a log shape. Ensure it's well wrapped and place it in a ziplock bag, or, if small enough, an airtight container. This will prevent any freezer burn.
- Freeze: Pop the rolled pesto butter log into the freezer. It's best to label and date it for easy identification later. The butter can be stored for several months, giving you a convenient flavor enhancer whenever you need it.