Red Pepper Butter Food

RED PEPPER BUTTER

Steps:

• Melt the 2 tbls. of butter in a small saucepan over moderate heat. Add the sweet red pepper, onion, and garlic; saute until the vegetables are soft, about 5 minutes. Add the rosemary and black pepper. Remove from the heat and allow to cool to room temperature.
• In a medium bowl, blend the red pepper mixture with the 1/2 cup butter using a wooden spoon. Transfer to a sheet of heavy duty aluminum foil; roll the foil around the mixture, forming a log 8" long by 3/4" in diameter. Tuck in the ends of the foil, label, and freeze. Will keep for up to 2 months at 0*F. Use to flavor rice and vegetables or to spread on bread or rolls. A 1/4" slice equals 1 teaspoon.

ROASTED RED PEPPER BUTTER

Steps:

• In a food processor purée the roasted peppers, add the butter, the lemon juice, and salt and black pepper to taste, and blend the mixture until it is smooth. Serve the butter with grilled vegetables or grilled chicken.

GRILLED CORN WITH RED PEPPER BUTTER

Steps:

• Place the butter, red peppers and paprika in a food processor and blend until smooth. Add salt and pepper to taste.
• Place the butter on a sheet of plastic wrap and roll into a cigar shape.
• Place the butter into the fridge for 1 hour to set.
• Preheat grill to 375°F/190°C or medium high heat.
• Drizzle corn with oil and season with salt and pepper.
• Cook corn on the grill for 4 minutes or until corn turns a bright yellow.
• Remove from heat and serve with a ½ inch slice of the roasted pepper butter.

SPICY HERB BUTTER

Steps:

• In a small bowl, combine all ingredients. Serve immediately. Refrigerate leftovers.