TIPS FOR FLAVORING BUTTER
Dressing up your table is as simple as taking a second look at a cooking standard – real butter. With the addition of a few choice ingredients, butter can take on an unexpected and appealing new flavor – one that is sure to have your guests reaching for more. Flavored butters, whether savory or sweet, are perfect for spreading on breads, melting on vegetables and embellishing the main dish, from turkey to steak.
Follow these simple steps to make delicious flavored butters that add a signature taste to your menu favorites:
Bring one stick of butter to room temperature. Using a mixer, beat butter until smooth. Add your favorite herbs, spices, nuts, cheeses or sauces to taste and beat until blended. Refrigerate or freeze until ready to serve.
TIPS FOR SERVING FLAVORED BUTTERS:
Flavored butters may be made ahead and frozen for up to one month. Allow refrigerated crocks or containers filled with flavored butter to sit at room temperature 15 minutes before serving.
Refrigerate flavored butter logs until chilled solid; slice into 1/2-inch thick rounds and arrange on a butter dish prior to serving.
Dress up a butter log by rolling it in colorful chopped nuts, fresh herbs or dried fruit before refrigerating.
Flavored butter makes a delicious hostess gift – wrap it up with a bow and accompany with your favorite recipe for using the butter.
Unique Flavor Combinations to Use at Your Next Party:
HERB AND CHEDDAR BUTTER:
Whip a cold-pack cheese spread and dill weed with butter and serve on baked potatoes, omelets or bagels.
HORSERADISH BUTTER:
Blend horseradish, Dijon mustard and butter to make a flavorful condiment for beef or ham sandwiches.
ITALIAN BUTTER:
Combine American-made Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, garlic powder and butter to spread on crusty breads or chicken before grilling.
ALMOND BUTTER:
Add ground almonds and almond extract to butter for a sweet spread that goes great with breads or rolls.
Source: Wisconsin Milk Marketing Board |