Maître d'Hôtel Butter

Maître d'Hôtel Butter

This classic Maître d'Hôtel Butter recipe elevates simple dishes with its bright, fresh flavors. The combination of creamy butter, tangy lemon juice, and fresh parsley creates a rich, yet refreshing, taste. Perfect for spreading on grilled meats, vegetables, or crusty bread, this compound butter adds an elegant touch to any meal.

Ingredients

  • 4 tablespoonfuls Butter
  • 1/2 teaspoonful Salt
  • 1/4 teaspoonful Black pepper (Quantity estimated (not specified in original recipe))
  • 1 tablespoonful Fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 tablespoonful Lemon juice

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Instructions

  1. 1Beat the butter with a whisk or in a small bowl until it becomes creamy. This will take about 5 minutes.
  2. 2Add the salt, pepper, chopped parsley, and lemon juice to the creamed butter. Mix slowly until everything is well combined.

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