Homemade Garlic Butter with Parmesan & Basil
Make this flavorful homemade garlic butter with parmesan and basil in the summer and it will reward you year-round!
Equipment
- Box Grater
- Blender or food processor
- Parchment Paper
- Silicone Spatula
Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves
- 1 clove garlic peeled
- 2 sticks unsalted butter cut into chunks, at room temperature
- ¾ cup parmigiano-reggiano cheese freshly grated
- ½ teaspoon Kosher salt
Instructions
- Prep the Butter & Cheese: Wash your hands with soap and water. Use a box grater to grate the cheese. Use a knife and cutting board to cut the butter into chunks. Transfer them to clean bowls and set aside.
- Blanch the Basil: Cut the stems off the basil as needed. Fill a large bowl with water and ice. Fill a pot with salted water and turn the stove to high. Once it is boiling, add the basil to the pot. Blanch for 15 to 20 seconds while stirring to ensure all of the basil leaves are submerged in the water. Remove the basil from the pan and transfer to the ice bath. Drain the leaves again while pressing out the extra water.
- Blend the Basil: Transfer the basil to the blender and blend.
- Add the Garlic & Butter: Grate the garlic over the blender using a box grater. Add the butter to the blender. Blend until the butter is creamy and everything is mixed.
- Add the Cheese & Salt: Add the cheese to the blender. Use a measuring spoon to add the salt to the blender and blend.
- Shape the Butter Into Logs: Transfer ½ of the butter to one sheet of parchment paper and ½ to the other. Lift the paper up and drop it on the counter to release any air. Use a spatula to shape it into a log. Roll the butter up tightly. Twist the ends to seal it. Giada recommends serving with steamed or sautéed vegetables; popcorn; rice, pasta, or potatoes; roast chicken (under the skin); pan sauces; scrambled eggs; toast or ham sandwich.
Notes
- Refrigerate for up to 2 weeks or freeze for 3 months
- If freezing, keep the logs in heavy freezer bags to prevent freezer burn
- Never leave cooking food unattended
- Always have good ventilation when using a gas stove
- See more guidelines at USDA.gov.
- Full Lesson Info and Pictures at: https://happyhomeschooladventures.com/homemade-garlic-butter
Nutrition
Calories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 0.3gProtein: 2gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0.5gCholesterol: 34mgSodium: 149mgPotassium: 13mgFiber: 0.03gSugar: 0.1gVitamin A: 469IUVitamin C: 0.3mgCalcium: 62mgIron: 0.1mg
Estimated nutrition information is provided as a courtesy and is not guaranteed.
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