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Softened butter with fresh rosemary and thyme in a white bowl on a tea towel.
Brianna Hughes

Rosemary Garlic Compound Butter

This rosemary garlic compound butter is a simple way to elevate any meal with fresh herbs, garlic, and rich buttery flavor. Made with fresh rosemary and thyme, this small-batch herb butter is perfect melted over pan-seared meats, roasted vegetables, warm bread, or your favorite dinner recipes.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 1
Cuisine: French
Calories: 205
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 TBSP unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 garlic clove, finely minced (about ½ teaspoon)
  • 1 tsp fresh rosemary, finely chopped
  • 1/2 tsp fresh thyme leaves
  • pinch of salt

Method
 

  1. Allow butter to soften at room temperature until easily mixed.
  2. Finely mince the garlic and chop the fresh herbs.
  3. Combine softened butter, garlic, rosemary, thyme, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
  4. Mix until the herbs and garlic are evenly distributed.
  5. Use immediately or refrigerate until ready to serve.

Notes

Recipe Notes
  • This small-batch herb butter is perfect for finishing pan-seared venison, steak, chicken, roasted vegetables, or warm bread.
  • For a stronger herb flavor, allow the butter to sit for 30 minutes before serving or refrigerate overnight.
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