Cowboy Butter

Instructions

1. Soften the Butter: Let the butter sit at room temperature until soft and spreadable, but not melted.1 cup unsalted butter
2. Make the Garlic Paste: Add the garlic and fine sea salt to a cutting board. Use the side of a knife to mash them together into a smooth paste.3 cloves garlic, ½ tsp sea salt
3. Prepare the Herbs: Finely chop the parsley, chives, and thyme so they distribute evenly through the butter.2 tbsp parsley, 1 tbsp chives, 1 tsp thyme
4. Mix the Butter: Add the softened butter to a mixing bowl. Add the garlic paste, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, lemon juice, lemon zest, parsley, chives, thyme, smoked paprika, black pepper, cayenne, and crushed red pepper flakes. Mix with a rubber spatula until fully combined.softened butter, garlic paste, 1 tbsp Dijon, 1 tsp Worcestershire, 1 tbsp lemon juice, 1 tsp lemon zest, herbs, 1 tsp smoked paprika, ½ tsp black pepper, ¼ tsp cayenne, ¼ tsp red pepper flakes
5. Shape the Butter: Spoon the cowboy butter onto parchment paper or plastic wrap. Roll into a tight log, twisting the ends to seal. You can also pack it into a ramekin or airtight container.cowboy butter
6. Chill Until Firm: Refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or until firm enough to slice.chilled cowboy butter
7. Serve Cold or Melted: Slice the chilled butter over hot steak, chicken, shrimp, fish, corn, potatoes, vegetables, or warm bread. For a dipping sauce, melt gently over low heat or in short microwave bursts.finished cowboy butter