Italian Herb Butter - cooking recipe

Ingredients

8 ounces sweet unsalted butter
2 teaspoons fresh parsley, chopped
2 teaspoons fresh oregano, chopped
1 teaspoon fresh basil, chopped
1 garlic clove, finely minced
1 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper (optional)

Preparation

Let butter soften to room temperature.
Beat in other ingredients.
Pack butter into molds or crocks or form balls with a melon baller.
Chill for at least 3 hours before serving.
Can be stored for upto 1 month in the refrigerator or 3 months in the freezer.