How to Make the Best Garlic Butter Recipe (Print Version)

Elevate any dish with this creamy, fragrant garlic butter recipe. Easy to make and versatile enough for every occasion!

# Recipe Info:

Prep Time: 5 Minutes minutes
Cook Time: 5 Minutes minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes
Servings: 4 Servings
Difficulty: Beginner
Cuisine: American
Dietary: Dairy

# Ingredients:

→ Main Ingredients

01 - 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter
02 - 10-12 cloves garlic, minced

→ Seasonings & Spices

03 - 1 teaspoon salt
04 - 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
05 - 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

→ Garnish & Toppings

06 - 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
07 - 2 tablespoons lemon juice (optional)

# Instructions:

01 - In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Keep an eye on it so it doesn’t burn!
02 - Once melted, add the minced garlic and cook for about 2-3 minutes, or until fragrant. Don’t let it brown!
03 - Add the salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Stir to combine.
04 - Stir in the fresh parsley and lemon juice (if using).
05 - Take the saucepan off the heat. Let the garlic butter cool slightly before using.
06 - This garlic butter is delicious served immediately or stored in the fridge for later use.

# Notes:

01 - Don’t burn the garlic! It’ll get bitter and ruin the whole thing.
02 - This garlic butter keeps really well in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week.
03 - Dried parsley works in a pinch, but use about 1/3 the amount.
04 - Serve this over pasta, grilled vegetables, or crusty bread!

# Equipment Needed:

01 - Medium saucepan

# Nutrition (Per Serving):

Calories: 800 calories
Total Fat: 88 grams
Total Carbohydrate: 2 grams
Protein: 2 grams

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