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š Why you’ll love this recipe
Youāll love this garlic butter sauce because itās insanely easy, but tastes like something youād get at a fancy restaurant. The first time I made it, I drizzled it over roasted veggies and it completely changed the gameāmy family couldnāt stop raving about it. Now, I keep it on hand for everything from pasta to garlic bread, and it never disappoints!
Simple and easy. It’s a straightforward recipe that only needs a handful of ingredients, so you can make it even in a pinch. Perfect for drizzling on pasta, pizza, vegetables, and adds a delicious touch to your favorite dishes. Great to have it handy in the fridge or freezer whenever you need it.
Variations & Substitutions
Butter. I recommend using unsalted butter so you can have more control on the saltiness. If you only have salted butter, make sure to taste it first before adding more salt. Garlic. I used fresh garlic cloves for the best flavor. Lemon. It’s an optional ingredient, but fresh lemon juice adds a bright citrus taste. Seasonings. Use salt and black pepper to taste. Fresh herbs. Use fresh parsley to garnish, you can also use rosemary or thyme as a substitute. Add some heat. For an extra layer of flavor, add a pinch of red pepper flakes with the garlic to give the sauce a subtle heat.
š How to make homemade garlic butter sauce
Step 3:If using, stir in the lemon juice.
Mince the garlic finely for a more even distribution in the sauce and to avoid large chunks that could overpower the flavor. Cook the garlic on medium-low heat, stirring constantly to release its aroma without burning. Burnt garlic turns bitter very quickly. Add the lemon juice off the heat to avoid any unwanted bitterness and to maintain a fresh, tangy note in the sauce. To maintain the sauceās freshness, add the parsley just before serving; cooking it too long can make it lose its vibrant color and flavor.
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š“Storage and reheating suggestions
Pour any remaining sauce into a small airtight container and keep it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat slowly on a pan or in the microwave to maintain the creamy texture. Make a double batch and freeze leftovers in ice cube trays for quick and easy portions of garlic butter for future use.
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