Are you looking for a delicious and versatile ingredient that can elevate your cooking and baking experiences? Softened butter, when combined with olive oil, creates a magic that tantalizes taste buds and adds a touch of Mediterranean flair to your culinary creations. This harmonious blend not only enhances the flavor and texture of your dishes but also offers a range of health benefits. Join us as we explore the world of softened butter with olive oil, uncovering delectable recipes and unveiling the secrets to unlocking its culinary potential. From savory main courses to sweet treats, this dynamic duo is sure to become a staple in your kitchen, adding a touch of elegance and delight to every meal.
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SOFT SPREAD BUTTER
This is a homemade margarine or soft spread 'butter'. While it is not lower in calorie, it has a higher ratio of unsaturated to saturated fat than butter, and unlike margarine, it contains no trans fat. Create a flavored butter by adding garlic or cinnamon, or anything you chose!
Provided by Cal Schroeck
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Dips and Spreads Recipes
Time 3h20m
Yield 36
Number Of Ingredients 2
Steps:
- In a lidded, plastic storage container stir butter until it has a smooth, frosting-like consistency.
- Slowly, one tablespoon at a time, stir in the first 1/2 cup of oil; mix until smooth. Stir in the remaining oil a little more quickly, mixing well.
- Refrigerate for 3 hours, or until set.
- Store in refrigerator. If the 'butter' melts after being left out, refrigerate to restore solidified quality.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 114 calories, Cholesterol 13.6 mg, Fat 12.9 g, Protein 0.1 g, SaturatedFat 3.8 g, Sodium 36.3 mg
GARLIC AND OLIVE BUTTER
Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network
Categories condiment
Time 5m
Yield 1 pound
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Place the garlic in a food processor and process until chopped. Add the softened butter and process until smooth. Add the olives to the food processor and pulse them into the mixture until they are just barely combined. Roll garlic olive butter into logs using double layers of plastic food wrap. Store butter logs in the freezer. Cut off discs to top grilled chicken or broiled fish.
- For Garlic Olive Bread: Soften 1/4 pound of butter to make 1 loaf of garlic olive bread. Toast a split loaf of bread under hot broiler. Spread with softened garlic olive butter on each half of bread. Sprinkle bread with a little grated cheese and return bread to broiler to melt butter and cheese. Slice and serve.
OLIVE OIL BUTTER TABLE SPREAD
To use less butter and include more of the health benefits of olive oil, this is delicious & healthy.
Provided by bdfawinn
Categories Very Low Carbs
Time 5m
Yield 14 tbsp.
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Beat butter in mixer until soft.
- Gradually add the olive oil and milk.
- When it is completely blended, pour into containers, cover and store in fridge.
- It will harden as it cools. (Use as you would normally use butter).
HOMEMADE SOFT BUTTER SPREAD
This has the taste of butter with the spreadability of soft margarine, the combination of oil and water reduces cholesterol and some of the fat, if desired you can make a large amount and freeze, before you start make certain that the water and butter are at room temperature or you might have trouble mixing the water and oil into the butter.
Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz
Categories Very Low Carbs
Time 7m
Yield 1 pound
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- In a food processor, process the room temperature butter for a couple of seconds.
- With the machine running, slowly pour in the oil, then the water in a thin stream to allow the butter to absorb the liquids (this may take several minutes of pulsing and the mixture will be very "loose" like a pudding texture).
- Pour into a crock or bowl.
- Freeze or refrigerate until it firms up.
Tips:
- When combining softened butter and olive oil, use a 1:1 ratio for a spreadable consistency and a 2:1 ratio for a pourable consistency.
- Flavor the mixture with herbs, spices, citrus zest, or honey to create a unique spread.
- Use it as a spread for sandwiches, wraps, or crackers.
- Drizzle it over grilled vegetables, fish, or chicken.
- Use it as a dipping sauce for bread or vegetables.
- Store the mixture in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
Conclusion:
Softened butter mixed with olive oil is a versatile ingredient that can be used in a variety of dishes. It is a great way to add flavor and richness to your favorite recipes. Experiment with different flavors and uses to find your favorite way to enjoy this delicious combination.
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