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Herb Butter

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Christopher Testani

Recipe information

  • Yield

    about 1/2 cup (enough for 3 dozen oysters) Servings

Ingredients

1 cup (packed) fresh herb leaves (such as flat-leaf parsley, chives, and tarragon)
1/2 small garlic clove
1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, room temperature
1/4 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest
1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
Kosher salt, freshly ground pepper

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Pulse herbs and garlic in a food processor until finely chopped. Add butter, lemon zest, and lemon juice and process until smooth; season with salt and pepper.

    Step 2

    DO AHEAD: Butter can be made 3 days ahead. Cover and chill. Bring to room temperature before using.

Nutrition Per Serving

36 servings
1 serving contains: Calories (kcal) 140 Fat (g) 15 Saturated Fat (g) 9 Cholesterol (mg) 40 Carbohydrates (g) 1 Dietary Fiber (g) 0 Total Sugars (g) 0 Protein (g) 0 Sodium (mg) 80
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