Post updated 8/26/18- This creamy & flavorful Whipped Basil Garlic Butter deserved some updated photos. I did leave one of the originals down below just so you all can see for yourself why this recipe so desperately needed a little face lift. ;)
Basil is just one of those herbs, flavors that has announced that summer has indeed arrived for me. I LOVE fresh basil. It is on my must-have, must plant list of herbs at the start of each spring.
And basil is one of those herbs that grows so beautifully with very little maintenance and up-keep on your part. Plus, it is so versatile- you can use it in your main dishes (duh), spreads & dips, salads, drinks, and even desserts! :)
Earlier this week, I shared with you all my recipe for Caprese Risotto. I actually made this Whipped Basil Garlic Butter the same evening I concocted the risotto.
I toasted some day old, good quality hamburger buns that I had split and cut in half, and then spread this tasty herbed butter over the warm, toasty pieces. Yeah... amazing. And it paired perfectly with the risotto!
Original photo from my 2013 post.
This Whipped Basil Garlic Butter can be used beyond just simply spreading it on bread or rolls. You could toss a dollop of this in a pan before scrambling eggs and have a fancy breakfast. You could also add some to warm angel hair pasta and give it a toss for a quick and flavorful lunch or dinner. :)
Photo Credit: Brandi Linger Photography
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