Compound Butter for Thanksgiving Turkey
Elevate your Thanksgiving turkey with this flavorful compound butter made with fresh herbs, garlic, and lemon zest, perfect for enhancing your festive meal.
Ingrédients
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh thyme, chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh sage, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon zest of 1 lemon
Instructions
Preparation
- Begin by gathering all your ingredients. It’s essential to have everything ready before you start mixing. Chop the herbs finely and mince the garlic.
Mixing Ingredients
- In a medium bowl, combine the softened butter with the chopped rosemary, thyme, sage, minced garlic, salt, pepper, and lemon zest.
- Using a spatula or a fork, mix everything together until well incorporated.
Shaping the Butter
- Spoon the compound butter onto a sheet of parchment paper and shape it into a log.
- Carefully roll the parchment paper around the butter, tucking in the ends to secure it.
Chilling
- Chill the wrapped butter log in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, or until firm enough to slice.
Using the Butter
- On the day of roasting, preheat your oven and slice off portions of the butter to place under the turkey skin before roasting.
Serving
- Once the turkey is cooked, let it rest before carving and serve it with the deliciously drizzled butter on top.
Notes
This compound butter can also be used for vegetables, bread, or seafood. Personalize the herbs to match your taste.