Herb of the Week Recipe

Basil Butter

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups loosely packed fresh basil leaves
• 1/2 pound butter, softened
• 1 teaspoon seasoned pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder or 2 cloves fresh

Directions

Chop basil in food processor. Add butter, pepper and garlic; blend until smooth. Add salt to taste if desired. Drop by half-tablespoons onto a baking sheet; freeze. Remove from baking sheet and store in freezer bags. Use on breads or to flavor  pasta, chicken, fish or vegetables.   Yummy!

Blessings,

Lisa