Name: Easy Basil Pesto Compound Butter Recipe
Ingredients: 1 cup unsalted butter, soft; 1 cup fresh basil leaves, packed; ¼ cup grated parmesan cheese; 1 garlic clove; 1 tablespoon pine nuts, toasted; 1 tablespoon lemon zest; 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional); Salt and black pepper to taste

Ingredients

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1 cup unsalted butter, soft

1 cup fresh basil leaves, packed

¼ cup grated parmesan cheese

1 garlic clove

1 tablespoon pine nuts, toasted

1 tablespoon lemon zest

1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

Salt and black pepper to taste

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Instructions

Combine the basil, parmesan cheese, garlic, pine nuts, and lemon zest in a food processor. Pulse until the ingredients are fully pulverized.
Add softened butter to a small mixing bowl and mix in the basil mix. Stir well to incorporate. Add red pepper flakes, pepper, and salt to taste.
Spoon the flavored butter into a line on a piece of parchment paper and roll it into a log shape. Twist the ends of the paper and pop it in the fridge for a few hours.
Once the butter has hardened, remove it from the parchment paper and serve immediately or transfer it to an airtight container in the fridge for storage.