Basil Butter

Ingredients

• 1/4 cup butter, softened
• 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
• 1 or 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tsp fresh lemon juice
• 1 TB fresh basil, finely chopped
• 1/4 tsp salt
• pepper to taste

Directions

Cream the butter and olive oil in a mixing bowl until light and smooth. Beat in the garlic and lemon juice. Mash in the basil. Season with salt and pepper. Chill, covered, until firm. Bring to room temperature before serving.