Post by chief_cook2 on Aug 18, 2005 12:20:30 GMT -6
Lime-Basil Butter/Spread
This tangy herbal spread makes a perfect accompaniment for corn on the
cob, green peas, string beans or other sweet, mild-flavored vegetables.
(For a vegan version, substitute margarine for butter.)
INGREDIENTS:
4 tablespoons well-softened butter or margarine
1 teaspoon fresh lime juice (approximately 1 large wedge)
1 teaspoon finely chopped fresh basil
PREPARATION:
Mix together the butter, lime juice and basil with a fork or whisk.
Refrigerate for several hours or overnight so that the butter
re-solidifies and the flavors can blend together. (If you're in a hurry,
you can put the butter in the freezer for 20-30 minutes instead, but the
basil flavor will not be as intense.)
Note: Once you've mixed the lime juice with the butter, it will soften
more quickly than undiluted butter.
This tangy herbal spread makes a perfect accompaniment for corn on the
cob, green peas, string beans or other sweet, mild-flavored vegetables.
(For a vegan version, substitute margarine for butter.)
INGREDIENTS:
4 tablespoons well-softened butter or margarine
1 teaspoon fresh lime juice (approximately 1 large wedge)
1 teaspoon finely chopped fresh basil
PREPARATION:
Mix together the butter, lime juice and basil with a fork or whisk.
Refrigerate for several hours or overnight so that the butter
re-solidifies and the flavors can blend together. (If you're in a hurry,
you can put the butter in the freezer for 20-30 minutes instead, but the
basil flavor will not be as intense.)
Note: Once you've mixed the lime juice with the butter, it will soften
more quickly than undiluted butter.