Cowboy Butter
Elevate your meals with this delightful Cowboy Butter, a rich and savory spread that transforms any dish into a gourmet experience. Perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings, this quick recipe enhances grilled meats, vegetables, baked potatoes, and fresh bread with its bold flavors. With a blend of garlic, herbs, and spices, each creamy dollop bursts with taste that even the pickiest eaters will love. Easy to prepare ahead of time and store in the fridge, Cowboy Butter is your go-to condiment for adding flair to everyday meals.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: About 16 servings 1x
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon vinegar (as a substitute for Worcestershire sauce)
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon fresh chives, chopped
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional for heat)
Instructions
- In a small mixing bowl, combine softened butter with minced garlic, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, vinegar, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, and optional red pepper flakes.
- Mix thoroughly until well blended and smooth.
- Gently fold in chopped parsley and chives for added freshness.
- Transfer the mixture to a serving dish or store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator until ready to use.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon (14g)
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 30mg