Savory Bourbon Butter
Description
This savory bourbon butter made with fresh parsley and a touch of lemon zest is the perfect addition to grilled steaks, pork chops, or even hot biscuits.
Ingredients
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4 sticks salted butter, softened, divided
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1 large shallot, minced
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1 tablespoon minced garlic
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3/4 cup bourbon
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3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
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1 1/2 teaspoons lemon zest
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salt to taste
Directions
1
Melt 3 tablespoons butter in a small saucepan over medium heat; simmer, stirring frequently, until butter is browned, fragrant, and foamy, with brown bits in it, 5 to 10 minutes.
2
Add shallot and garlic and saute until soft, about 5 minutes. Whisk in bourbon until combined, then cook until reduced, 2 to 3 minutes. Remove from the stove and cool to room temperature, about 10 minutes.
3
Combine remaining 3 sticks plus 5 tablespoons butter, parsley, and lemon zest in a mixing bowl. Add cooled bourbon-butter mixture and beat with an electric mixer until smooth. Season with salt.
4
Transfer butter to a sheet of waxed paper and roll into a log. Refrigerate until fully chilled, 2 to 3 hours. Use as desired.