Herbs in the Pantry: Herbal Butters: Flower Butter

Spread the Garden’s Flavor with Herbal Butters

June/July 2007
By Theresa Loe 
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With the garden in full swing, now is the time to capture and preserve the fresh flavors of all that bounty. Herbal butters are perfect for this task because they offer a whole world of culinary possibilities. They can be added to sauces, melted over pasta, drizzled on vegetables, dabbed on cooked meat and brushed onto grilled foods. Additionally, herbal butters hold up well when frozen, allowing you retrieve the flavors of summer when your garden is just a memory.

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Flower Butter
This butter can be used on breads, scones, vegetables or as a sandwich spread. Try pansies, violets or roses for sweet butter, nasturtiums for a peppery flavor, and basil, chive or sage blossoms for a savory flavor.

  • 1 cup fresh, pesticide-free flower petals
  • ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter at room temperature
  • ½ teaspoon fresh-squeezed lemon juice
  • Pinch of salt (optional)
  1. Finely chop flower petals.
  2. Combine all ingredients in a small bowl.
  3. Mix well, cover and refrigerate at least 2 hours before serving. Use leftovers within 1 week.
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