A simple finishing butter for steak or vegetables.

New cookbook version · Makes 100 g

Written to complete the family collection. This is a new version, not a recovered record of the original cook.

Ingredients

  • 100 g unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 small garlic clove, finely crushed
  • 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves, chopped
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • Black pepper
  • ½ tsp lemon zest

Method

  1. Mix all ingredients until evenly combined.
  2. Spoon onto baking paper and roll into a log, or place in a small covered dish.
  3. Refrigerate until firm. Slice or spoon onto hot rested steak just before serving.

Kitchen notes

Keep refrigerated and use within 3–4 days, or freeze portions.