Description
Roasted Garlic Butter adds rich, mellow flavor to meals. Learn how to make it, store it, and use it for bread, proteins, and appetizers.
Ingredients
1 large head garlic, cloves separated with skins on
1 teaspoon olive oil
Pinch of salt
2 tablespoons roasted garlic paste (from above)
8 tablespoons (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
1 teaspoon anchovy paste or finely minced anchovies
1/4 cup finely grated parmesan
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1 tablespoon finely minced parsley (optional)
Instructions
Roast the garlic:
Preheat the oven to 350°F. Place the unpeeled garlic cloves on a sheet of foil, drizzle with olive oil, and sprinkle with a pinch of salt. Wrap tightly and bake for about 30 minutes, or until the cloves are soft and easily squeezed into a paste.Prepare the butter mixture:
Scoop 2 tablespoons of the roasted garlic into a bowl. Add the softened butter, anchovy paste, parmesan, and salt. Blend with a stick blender or mash thoroughly until smooth. Stir in parsley if you’d like a fresh herbal finish.Serve or store:
Spread on warm bread, melt over grilled chicken or fish, or toss with cooked vegetables. For firmer slices, shape the mixture into a log, wrap tightly, and refrigerate until solid.
- Prep Time: 7 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Appetizers & Snacks
- Method: Roasting and blending
- Cuisine: Western