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Cowboy Butter

This cowboy butter is bold, zesty, and irresistibly flavorful. Packed with garlic, herbs, lemon, and spices, it’s the ultimate finishing touch for grilled meats, seafood, bread, or veggies. Easy to whip up in minutes and perfect to keep in the fridge for quick use.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Chill Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 12
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup unsalted butter 2 sticks, room temperature
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest about 1 lemon
  • 4 –5 cloves garlic pressed or grated
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh chives minced
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 3/4 teaspoon coarse Kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Method
 

  1. In a medium bowl, combine butter, lemon zest, garlic, parsley, chives, mustard, salt, paprika, red pepper flakes, and cayenne.
  2. Mash with a fork until smooth, or use a stand mixer with a paddle.
  3. Place butter mixture in an airtight container, or roll into a log on parchment paper.
  4. Refrigerate for 1 hour before serving.
  5. Slice or scoop and enjoy with meats, bread, or veggies.
  6. See full steps with tips & photos → https://theboatshedcafe.com/cowboy-butter/

Notes

  • For a softer texture, let butter sit at room temperature 5 minutes before serving.
  • Adjust spice level by reducing or increasing cayenne and red pepper flakes.
  • Pairs wonderfully with steak, roasted chicken, baked potatoes, or crusty bread.