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Ingredients
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- ½ cup (1 stick / 113 g) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 tablespoon coarse Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon fresh chives, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 teaspoons fresh thyme, chopped
- 2 teaspoons garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
- ⅛ teaspoon black pepper
- ⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- ⅛ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, combine softened butter, Dijon mustard, chives, parsley, thyme, garlic, lemon juice, paprika, salt, black pepper, cayenne pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes.
- Mix until well blended and smooth.
- Scoop the mixture onto plastic wrap and form it into a tight log.
- Seal the log in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least two hours or overnight.
- For a warm dip, microwave the Cowboy Butter in 20-second increments until melted.
Notes
Ensure your butter is softened for easier mixing.
Taste and adjust seasonings as needed before chilling.
Fresh herbs provide the best flavor; avoid dried if possible.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours (chill time)
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Mixing and Refrigerating
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 0
- Sodium: 100
- Fat: 9
- Saturated Fat: 5
- Unsaturated Fat: 3
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 1
- Fiber: 0
- Protein: 0
- Cholesterol: 30