Best 10 Roasted Garlic And Basil Butter Recipes

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Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with our culinary journey into the realm of "Roasted Garlic and Basil Butter." This exquisite combination of roasted garlic's savory depth and sweet nuttiness, combined with the aromatic freshness of basil, will transform ordinary dishes into extraordinary culinary experiences. Whether you're a seasoned chef or a home cook seeking to impress your loved ones, this article will guide you through the art of crafting this versatile and flavorful condiment.

Here are our top 10 tried and tested recipes!

GARLIC BASIL BUTTER



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Instead of serving plain butter alongside an assortment of fresh breads, prepare this herb-laden whipped butter. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 10m

Yield 1/2 cup.

Number Of Ingredients 5

1/2 cup butter, softened
4 teaspoons minced fresh basil
1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh parsley
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
Fresh sage and thyme

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the butter, basil, parsley and garlic powder. Beat on medium-low speed until mixture is combined. Garnish with sage and thyme.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 101 calories, Fat 11g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 31mg cholesterol, Sodium 116mg sodium, Carbohydrate 0 carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.

BASIL BUTTER



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Delicious basil flavored butter recipe. I love this tossed into hot pasta or on grilled veggies and corn on the cob.

Provided by Janis Dee

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Compound Butter Recipes

Time 10m

Yield 30

Number Of Ingredients 4

4 cloves garlic
15 leaves fresh basil
½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 cup butter

Steps:

  • Place garlic, basil, and pepper in the bowl of a food processor. Process until the garlic is in small bits. Add the butter, and process just to mix together. Spoon into container, and refrigerate until firm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 55 calories, Carbohydrate 0.2 g, Cholesterol 16.3 mg, Fat 6.1 g, Protein 0.1 g, SaturatedFat 3.9 g, Sodium 43.7 mg

ROASTED GARLIC AND BASIL BUTTER



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Categories     Herb     Side     Sauté     Backyard BBQ

Yield Serves: 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

Qty. Measurement Description
1 garlic head
1/4 pound unsalted butter, softened
1 tablespoon fresh basil, chopped fine
1/2 teaspoon salt, to taste
1/4 teaspoon each freshly ground white & black pepper, to taste.

Steps:

  • 1.Roast the garlic. When the garlic is cool enough to handle, squeeze the pulp from the skin and place in a bowl. 2.Mash the roasted garlic into a paste. Add the butter, basil, salt and pepper. Mix well to thoroughly combine. 3.The butter may be used right away or wrapped and sealed tightly and kept in the refrigerator or freezer.

BASIL GARLIC BUTTER



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Make and share this Basil Garlic Butter recipe from Food.com.

Provided by GinnyP

Categories     Very Low Carbs

Time 15m

Yield 1 pound

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 lb unsalted butter, at room temperature
1/2 cup basil, clean and dry,chopped fine
2 -3 cloves garlic, finely minced or pressed
3 tablespoons parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Place the butter in a mixing bowl.
  • Add basil, garlic, and cheese and whip with an electric mixer until mixture is smooth and evenly blended.
  • Add salt to taste.
  • Pack butter into four crocks.
  • Allow flavors to blend for at least 4 hours before serving.
  • Can be frozen for up to 3 months.

ROASTED-GARLIC BASIL SAUCE



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Categories     Sauce     Blender     Garlic     Herb     Vegetable     Lemon     Basil     Squash     Zucchini     Summer     Gourmet

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 large garlic cloves
1 medium zucchini
3/4 cup packed fresh basil leaves
1/4 cup packed fresh flat-leafed parsley leaves
1/2 cup water
2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425°F.
  • Wrap garlic cloves tightly in foil. Cut zucchini into 1/4-inch-thick slices and season with salt and pepper. Put foil-wrapped garlic and zucchini on a baking sheet and roast in middle of oven until garlic is tender and zucchini is pale golden, about 15 minutes. Unwrap garlic and cool.
  • Have ready a bowl of ice water. In a saucepan of boiling water blanch basil and parsley 10 seconds and drain in a sieve. Refresh herbs in ice water to stop cooking and drain in sieve. Sauce ingredients may be prepared up to this point 1 day ahead and kept separately, covered and chilled.
  • In a blender blend garlic, zucchini, herbs, water, and lemon juice until smooth, about 1 minute, and season with salt and pepper.

ROASTED GARLIC BUTTER



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Use this flavorful butter to keep turkey burgers moist or as a substitute for regular butter or steamed vegetables, baked potatoes, or toasted baguette slices,

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Vegetables

Yield Makes 1/2 cup

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 medium cloves garlic, unpeeled
1 teaspoon olive oil
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
8 tablespoons (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400 degrees. Place garlic cloves in a small baking dish. Drizzle with olive oil, and sprinkle with a pinch of salt and black pepper. Cover the dish tightly with aluminum foil, and bake until cloves are soft and fragrant, about 30 minutes. Set aside to cool.
  • Place butter in the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment; add garlic and remaining salt and pepper. Beat until well combined. Scrape butter onto a sheet of parchment paper or plastic wrap. Shape into a log; freeze until firm, about 20 minutes. It can be stored in the freezer for up to 2 weeks.

EASY ROASTED GARLIC BUTTER



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Make and share this Easy Roasted Garlic Butter recipe from Food.com.

Provided by dividend

Categories     Spreads

Time 1h5m

Yield 24 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 bulb of garlic
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
1/4 lb butter

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F.
  • Cut about a half inch off the top of the garlic bulb.
  • Place the bulb in a small baking dish. Drizzle the top with the olive oil.
  • Cover the dish with aluminum foil, and bake for 1 hour.
  • Set the butter out to soften as you put the garlic in the oven.
  • When the garlic is done, let it cool enough to handle. You should be able to just squeeze the cloves out of the husk.
  • Put the softened butter and the garlic cloves in a mixing bowl, and mix together until thoroughly integrated.
  • To store, scrape the mixture onto a piece of parchment or wax paper, roll into a fat, sausage shaped log, and the twist the ends shut.

ROASTED GARLIC BREAD



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A very easy recipe for garlic bread that is made with roasted garlic, butter and Parmesan cheese.

Provided by Dana

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Garlic Bread Recipes

Time 50m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 heads garlic
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 (1 pound) loaf Italian bread
½ cup butter
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Slice the tops off of garlic heads so the tip of each clove is exposed. Place garlic on a baking sheet and drizzle with olive oil. Bake until garlic is soft, about 30 minutes.
  • Set the oven to broil. Slice the loaf of bread in half horizontally, and place cut-side up on a baking sheet.
  • Squeeze the cloves of garlic from their skins into a medium bowl. Stir in the butter, parsley, and Parmesan cheese until well blended. Spread onto the cut sides of the bread.
  • Broil bread until toasted, about 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 322.2 calories, Carbohydrate 35.4 g, Cholesterol 31.6 mg, Fat 17.3 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 6.9 g, SaturatedFat 8.5 g, Sodium 436.2 mg, Sugar 0.7 g

ROASTED GARLIC BASIL PASTE



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Provided by Marian Burros

Categories     condiments, dips and spreads

Time 1h15m

Yield about 2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 heads garlic
Olive oil
2 cups fresh basil
Kosher salt
1 teaspoon lemon juice

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Rub garlic heads with olive oil, and wrap with aluminum foil. Bake until garlic cloves are very tender when pierced with a knife, about 50 minutes. Allow heads to cool, then squeeze softened garlic from cloves into a bowl; there should be 1 cup.
  • Using a mortar and pestle (do not use a food processor), mash basil with 1/2 teaspoon salt until it is a paste. Add roasted garlic one tablespoon at a time, and mash until fully blended. Season with lemon juice, and add more salt if desired. Spread on grilled meats or fish, or use as a sandwich spread.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 170, UnsaturatedFat 2 grams, Carbohydrate 34 grams, Fat 2 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 7 grams, SaturatedFat 0 grams, Sodium 298 milligrams, Sugar 1 gram

BASIL GARLIC BREAD



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This is a must have accompaniment in my home. It goes well with Italian dishes to a simple salad dishes.-Stephanie Moon, Boise, Idaho.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers     Side Dishes

Time 10m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/4 cup butter
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh basil or 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1 garlic clove, minced
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 loaf (8 ounces) French bread

Steps:

  • In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the butter, parsley, basil and garlic. Cover and microwave until butter is melted. Stir in cheese., Cut the bread in half lengthwise; place cut side down on an uncovered grill over medium heat for 2 minutes or until lightly toasted. Brush cut side with the butter mixture. Grill or broil 1-2 minutes longer.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 280 calories, Fat 15g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 35mg cholesterol, Sodium 555mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

Tips:

  • Choose fresh, flavorful basil for the best flavor.
  • Use a food processor or blender to quickly and easily chop the basil and garlic.
  • If you don't have a food processor or blender, you can finely chop the basil and garlic by hand.
  • Use softened butter for a smooth and creamy texture.
  • If you don't have softened butter, you can microwave it for a few seconds until it is soft.
  • Season the butter with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Use roasted garlic for a more intense flavor.
  • To roast garlic, cut off the top of a head of garlic and drizzle it with olive oil. Wrap the garlic in foil and roast it in a preheated oven at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for 45 minutes, or until the garlic is soft and golden brown.
  • Serve the roasted garlic and basil butter immediately or store it in the refrigerator for later use.

Conclusion:

Roasted garlic and basil butter is a versatile and delicious condiment that can be used in a variety of dishes. It is perfect for spreading on bread, grilled vegetables, or roasted potatoes. It can also be used as a marinade for chicken, fish, or beef. With its rich, savory flavor, roasted garlic and basil butter is sure to become a favorite in your kitchen.

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