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Roasted Garlic Bacon Butter

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This luxurious compound butter combines the sweet, mellow flavors of roasted garlic with smoky, salty bacon bits to create a versatile condiment that elevates any dish. With minimal effort and maximum flavor impact, this butter transforms everything from steaks to bread into restaurant-quality meals.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 85
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pinch Kosher salt optional, if using unsalted butter
  • 1 pinch Smoked paprika optional
  • 1 teaspoon Fresh parsley finely chopped, optional
  • Freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 1-3 tablespoons Cooked bacon finely crumbled
  • 2 cloves Roasted garlic mashed
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted butter softened to room temperature (1 stick/113g)

Equipment

  • Parchment paper or plastic wrap
  • Mixing bowl
  • Aluminum foil

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Cut the top off a whole head of garlic to expose the cloves, drizzle with olive oil, wrap in foil, and roast for 35-40 minutes until cloves are soft and golden.
  3. Allow garlic to cool, then squeeze out 2 cloves for this recipe.
  4. In a bowl, combine the softened butter, mashed roasted garlic, crumbled bacon, and black pepper.
  5. Add optional ingredients if using: a pinch of salt, chopped parsley, and/or smoked paprika.
  6. Mix until well combined but still retaining some texture from the bacon.
  7. Spoon the butter mixture onto a piece of parchment paper or plastic wrap.
  8. Roll into a tight log about 1½ inches thick, twisting the ends to seal completely.
  9. Refrigerate until firm, about 1 hour, or freeze for 20-30 minutes to speed up the process.
  10. When ready to use, slice the butter into coins and serve.

Nutrition

Calories: 85kcal

Notes

For the best flavor, use high-quality European-style butter with higher fat content if available. Thick-cut bacon provides better texture, but any bacon works well. This compound butter can be stored in the refrigerator for up to a week or frozen for up to 3 months. For longer storage, slice the log before freezing so you can take out just what you need.
Serve this butter on steaks, grilled corn, baked potatoes, warm bread, roasted vegetables, or tossed with pasta for an instant flavor upgrade.

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