Herb Butter

By mirelsonp

Recipe source: Gourmet | May 1990

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 sticks (3/4 cup) unsalted butter, softened
• 2 tablespoons minced fresh chives
• 2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley leaves
• 1 tablespoon minced fresh tarragon leaves
• 1 teaspoon Dijon-style mustard

Preparation

Step 1

In a small bowl cream together the butter, the chives, the parsley, the tarragon, the mustard, and salt and pepper to taste. Let the butter stand, covered, in a cool place for 1 hour to allow the flavors to develop. Serve the butter with seafood, chicken, or meat.