Marry Me Butter: Flavorful Herb and Sun-Dried Tomato Garlic Butter Recipe
Marry Me Butter is a flavorful, herbed compound butter made by whipping unsalted butter with garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, Parmesan cheese, and fresh herbs like basil and thyme. This versatile butter enhances a variety of dishes, adding a rich and aromatic touch perfect for spreading on bread, melting over grilled meats, or enriching roasted vegetables. Easy to prepare and perfect for make-ahead, this butter is a delicious way to elevate any meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 10 minutes
- Yield: About 1 cup (enough for 8 servings) 1x
- Category: Condiment
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- 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. Whip until it becomes aerated and fluffy, which should take about 2 minutes. This helps incorporate air and creates a light texture.
- Add Flavorings: Add the grated garlic, finely chopped sun-dried tomatoes in oil, grated Parmesan cheese, chopped fresh basil, fresh thyme, and kosher salt to the whipped butter. Stir everything together thoroughly with a silicone spatula until all ingredients are evenly combined.
- Chill the Butter: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a lid and refrigerate the compound butter until it is chilled and firm, about 4 hours. Chilling helps the flavors meld together and makes the butter more spreadable.
- Make Ahead and Store: This butter can be made ahead up to 2 weeks. To store, place the butter on parchment paper or plastic wrap, roll it into a log shape, and refrigerate. For longer storage, freeze the butter up to 1 month and thaw before use.
Notes
- Softened butter whips best at room temperature but not melted.
- Use high-quality Parmesan for best flavor impact.
- Sun-dried tomatoes in oil add moisture and richness; drain excess oil if preferred.
- Perfect as a topping for grilled meats, steamed vegetables, or toasted bread.
- Can be frozen for up to 1 month for convenient make-ahead use.
- Adjust salt according to taste if using salted butter.
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