Compound butter, or beurre composé in French, is any combination of butter and supplementary ingredients such as aromatics, herbs, spices, or sweeteners.
We've all been making more homemade bread than we can handle. And what better way to enjoy fresh homemade bread than with some *fancy* butters. Yes, we're talking about compound butter.
Compound butter, or beurre composé in French, is any combination of butter and supplementary ingredients such as aromatics, herbs, spices, or sweeteners.
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They are delicious spreads, not only on freshly baked breads, but also as a topping for grilled seafood or vegetables, or stirred into sauces to add richness and flavor. Making compound butter is one of the easiest ways to spruce up your dinner!
Check out some of our favorite flavor combinations below.
The combination of strawberry and thyme makes for a sweet addition to your spread.
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This simple lemon and caper compound butter will elevate any dish. The recipe only takes four ingredients and requires nothing but a bowl, spoon, and a piece of parchment paper.
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This shallot and tarragon compound butter is the perfect savory complement to your proteins, bread, or vegetables.
The classic flavors of sage and roasted garlic make this a fantastic hostess gift for your favorite foodie.
This chili lime butter would be delicious on anything, but you can try it on proteins like chicken as well to add a little acidity and spice!
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