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Shallot-Herb Butter

By America's Test Kitchen

Published on March 25, 2014

Time

20 minutes

Yield

Serves 4 to 6 (Makes about 1/2 cup, enough for 3 pounds steak)

Shallot-Herb Butter

Ingredients

4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened2 tablespoons minced shallot 2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley 1 garlic clove, minced¼ teaspoon salt ¼ teaspoon pepper

Before You Begin

The butter can be prepared up to 48 hours in advance. If the butter is cold, place it on the steaks after grilling; if the butter is at room temperature, place it on the steaks after they have rested.

Instructions

  1. Combine all ingredients in medium bowl. Divide butter evenly among steaks and serve.
Shallot-Herb Butter
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Shallot-Herb Butter

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Time

20 minutes

Yield

Serves 4 to 6 (Makes about 1/2 cup, enough for 3 pounds steak)

Ingredients

4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
2 tablespoons minced shallot
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
1 garlic clove, minced
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon pepper

Ingredients

4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
2 tablespoons minced shallot
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
1 garlic clove, minced
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon pepper

Ingredients

4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
2 tablespoons minced shallot
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
1 garlic clove, minced
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon pepper

Why This Recipe Works

A good compound butter recipe offers a simple way to dress up grilled meats. Shallot, garlic, and parsley mashed together with butter make a classic combination.

Before You Begin

The butter can be prepared up to 48 hours in advance. If the butter is cold, place it on the steaks after grilling; if the butter is at room temperature, place it on the steaks after they have rested.

Instructions

  1. Combine all ingredients in medium bowl. Divide butter evenly among steaks and serve.

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