Herb Compound Butter

There’s nothing like compound butter to make everyday meals feel elevated. A few fresh herbs, a little garlic, and creamy butter come together in a way that transforms whatever you put it on.

I love slicing a tab of this butter over a hot steak so it melts into a glossy sauce. It’s also perfect stirred into mashed potatoes for an extra depth, tossed with roasted veggies, spread onto warm French bread or tucked into a baked potato. It’s a quick recipe that feels fancy without the fuss, and the best part is you can swap in whatever herbs you have on hand.

Why You’ll Love It

  • Simple ingredients, big flavor – Fresh herbs and butter, nothing complicated.

  • Versatile – From steak to veggies to bread, it goes with just about anything.

  • Make-ahead friendly – Keeps well in the fridge or freezer for instant flavor.

  • Made by you – A little handmade touch that elevates your cooking.


    How to Use It

    This butter is endlessly versatile and it’s the easiest way to add richness and flavor:

    • Slice and melt over seared steak for a restaurant-style finish.

    • Stir into mashed potatoes for extra depth.

    • Dollop onto roasted vegetables while they’re hot from the oven.

    • Spread inside a baked potato so it melts right into the fluffy center.

    • Slather on warm French bread for an herby, garlicky snack.

Pro Tips

  • Let the butter sit out for 10 minutes before mixing for easier blending.

  • Double the recipe and freeze extra logs to slice off a piece whenever you need it.

  • Add a squeeze of lemon juice or a pinch of chili flakes for a flavor twist.

  • For extra-smooth butter, pulse everything in a food processor.

 

Rheal Kitchen Talk

This is one of those recipes that’s small in effort but huge in payoff. I like to make a batch when I have herbs leftover from another recipe, so nothing goes to waste. Having a log of herb butter ready in the fridge or freezer makes it easy to turn a weeknight dinner into something special. This definitely comes in handy around the holidays. It is a simple item that can elevate your dish. Best of all it is made by you.


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