Marry Me Garlic Sun-Dried Tomato Parmesan Herb Butter Recipe
Marry Me Butter is a flavorful, herbaceous compound butter featuring sun-dried tomatoes, fresh basil, thyme, garlic, and Parmesan cheese. This versatile butter is perfect for enhancing grilled meats, roasted vegetables, crusty bread, or pasta dishes. Its rich, creamy texture combined with aromatic herbs and tangy sun-dried tomatoes creates an irresistible addition to any meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 10 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 1 cup (enough for 8-10 servings depending on usage) 1x
- Category: Condiment
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large garlic cloves, grated
- 1/4 cup finely chopped sun-dried tomatoes in oil
- 3 Tbsp. finely grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 Tbsp. finely chopped fresh basil
- 1 Tbsp. finely chopped fresh thyme
- 1 tsp. kosher salt
Instructions
- Whip the Butter: In a medium bowl, use a handheld mixer on medium speed to whip the softened unsalted butter until it becomes aerated and fluffy. This process takes about 2 minutes and ensures the butter has a light texture, perfect for mixing in the herbs and other ingredients.
- Add Flavorings: To the whipped butter, add the grated garlic, finely chopped sun-dried tomatoes (packed in oil), Parmesan cheese, chopped fresh basil, fresh thyme, and kosher salt. Use a silicone spatula to stir everything together thoroughly until all the ingredients are evenly combined.
- Chill the Butter: Cover the bowl and refrigerate the compound butter for about 4 hours. Chilling allows the flavors to meld and the butter to firm up to a spreadable consistency.
- Make Ahead & Storage: This butter can be made up to 2 weeks in advance. To store, roll the butter into a log using parchment paper or plastic wrap and refrigerate. It can also be frozen for longer storage—up to 1 month—giving you flexibility to prepare it ahead of time for future use.
Notes
- Ensure the butter is softened to room temperature before whipping to achieve a fluffy texture.
- For best results, use high-quality sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil for maximum flavor.
- Adjust the amount of garlic and herbs according to personal taste preferences.
- Use the compound butter to enhance grilled chicken, steak, roasted veggies, or simply spread on warm bread.
- Freezing in individual portions can make it easy to use just the amount needed without thawing the whole log.
Keywords: compound butter, married butter, herb butter, sun-dried tomato butter, flavored butter, Italian butter spread
