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    Lemon Basil Butter


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    List of Ingredients




    1 cup loosely packed fresh basil leaves
    1/2 cup sweet butter softened
    1 teaspoon fresh grated lemon zest

    Recipe



    In a saucepan of boiling water blanch the basil for 2 seconds. Drain the basil well, pat it dry, and in a food processor blend it with the butter, the zest, and salt to taste until the mixture is smooth. Let the basil butter stand, covered tightly with plastic wrap, in a cool place for 1 hour or, chilled, overnight. Serve the lemon basil butter with steamed vegetables or grilled meats and fish. Makes about 2/3 cup.

 

 

 


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