Ingredients
- 1/2 cup (4 ounces) unsalted butter, softened
- 4 medium garlic cloves, finely chopped (about 2 tablespoons
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley (from 1 bunch)
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives (from 1 [1/2-ounce] package)
- 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon grated lemon zest plus 1/2 teaspoon fresh juice (from 1 lemon)
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme (from 1 [1/2-ounce] package)
- 1/4 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper
Directions
SERVES 8; 2 HOURS 10 MINUTES
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Gather all ingredients.
- Stir together butter, garlic, parsley, chives, mustard, lemon zest and juice, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, thyme, chili powder, and crushed red pepper in a medium bowl until well combined.
- Transfer butter mixture to a large sheet of plastic wrap or parchment paper, and roll into a log, shaping as needed. Holding both ends of plastic wrap, twist the log until taut and uniform in shape. Refrigerate for 2 hours for flavors to meld and for mixture to firm up.
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To serve, remove from refrigerator and cut into slices. Top steak, seafood, vegetables, or spread onto bread. Alternatively, melt and use as a dipping sauce.