Fresh Herb Butters for Corn on the Cob

By barbaran

A picnic favorite like corn on the cob is made even better when drizzled with fresh herb butter.

Ingredients

• .5 cup(s) (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
• 4 teaspoon(s) chopped parsley
• 4 teaspoon(s) chopped basil
• 4 teaspoon(s) chopped oregano
• .25 teaspoon(s) salt
• 1 teaspoon(s) lemon zest

Details

Servings 1
Adapted from delish.com

Preparation

Step 1

Place the butter, herbs, salt, and lemon zest in a bowl and mix together. Transfer to a piece of waxed or parchment paper and roll into a log or place in a small bowl and refrigerate until firm. Slice and serve with warm, cooked corn on the cob.

Note: Here are a couple rules of thumb for making flavored butters: Be careful not to add too much of one ingredient; flavors will intensify as the butter chills. Refrigerate for up to two days or freeze for a couple weeks.

Try these alternative flavors:

Jalapeño butter: Substitute 2 teaspoons chopped roasted jalapeño peppers for the herbs and 1/8 teaspoon fresh-ground pepper for the lemon zest.

Minted butter: Substitute 4 tablespoons chopped mint for the herbs and 2 teaspoons lime zest for the lemon zest.