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Cowboy Butter

Cultural Context

Originating from the American West, Cowboy Butter is a flavorful compound butter that reflects the bold and hearty spirit of cowboy cuisine. Traditionally used to enhance grilled meats, it embodies the rustic charm of outdoor cooking. Today, it's a popular accompaniment for various dishes, showcasing the versatility of butter in American cooking.

AmericanUSother
10 min
easy
6 servings
Servings4
1/2 cup softened butter
2 cloves garlic
1 tablespoon red onion
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon parsley
1 tablespoon chives
2 teaspoons thyme leaves
2 teaspoons lemon zest
1 teaspoon horseradish
1/2 teaspoon lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon coarse black pepper
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
pinch of cayenne
1

Add 1/2 cup of softened butter to a bowl.

2

Add 2 cloves of garlic to the bowl.

3

Add 1 tablespoon each of red onion, Dijon mustard, parsley, and chives to the bowl.

4

Add 2 teaspoons each of thyme leaves and lemon zest to the bowl.

5

Add 1 teaspoon of horseradish to the bowl.

6

Add 1/2 teaspoon each of lemon juice, paprika, and salt to the bowl.

7

Add 1/4 teaspoon each of coarse black pepper and red pepper flakes, and a good pinch of cayenne to the bowl.

8

Mix all the ingredients together until well combined.

9

Use the butter to smother on cornbread or melt it onto steaks, or use it as a dip for meat, bread, or veggies.

10

To store the butter, place it on plastic wrap and shape it into a log.

11

Tighten the log by swinging it around in the plastic wrap, then refrigerate it for up to five days.

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Allergens

milk

Also Known As

Cowboy Butter

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