Garlic Herb Compound Butter

Rich • Buttery • Restaurant Quality
This flavorful garlic herb compound butter is an easy way to elevate almost any dish. Made with fresh herbs, garlic, and a splash of white wine, it's perfect for steaks, chicken, seafood, vegetables, baked potatoes, and warm crusty bread.
Ingredients
- ½ cup salted or unsalted butter, softened
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh oregano, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon fresh chives, chopped
- 1 teaspoon fresh tarragon, chopped
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- 3 tablespoons dry white wine
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Instructions
- Allow the butter to soften to room temperature.
- In a medium bowl, combine the softened butter, minced garlic, oregano, thyme, parsley, rosemary, chives, tarragon, kosher salt, and white wine.
- Mix thoroughly until all the ingredients are evenly incorporated.
- Lay a sheet of parchment paper or plastic wrap on a flat surface.
- Spoon the butter mixture onto the paper and shape it into a log approximately 4 to 5 inches long.
- Roll the paper tightly around the butter and twist both ends to seal.
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or freeze for about 30 minutes until firm.
- Slice into rounds and serve over your favorite dishes.
Chef Tips
A slice of homemade compound butter instantly transforms everyday meals into restaurant-quality dishes. Place a pat on a hot steak, grilled chicken, pork chops, seafood, roasted vegetables, baked potatoes, corn on the cob, pasta, or warm toasted bread. As it melts, the butter creates a rich, flavorful sauce that's commonly used by chefs in fine dining restaurants—but now you can enjoy the same gourmet touch in your own kitchen.
Storage:
- Refrigerate for up to 2 weeks.
- Freeze for up to 3 months. Slice only what you need and keep the rest frozen for quick, flavorful meals anytime.