# What You'll Need:
→ Dairy
01 - 1 cup (2 sticks or 225 g) unsalted butter, at room temperature
→ Aromatics
02 - 1 whole garlic bulb
03 - 1 tbsp olive oil
→ Fresh Herbs
04 - 2 tbsp finely chopped fresh parsley
05 - 1 tbsp finely chopped fresh chives
06 - 1 tbsp finely chopped fresh basil or tarragon
→ Seasonings
07 - ½ tsp fine sea salt, plus more to taste
08 - ¼ tsp freshly ground black pepper
→ Optional Serving Suggestion
09 - 1 baguette or crostini, sliced and toasted
# Steps to Follow:
01 - Preheat the oven to 400°F. Slice the top off the garlic bulb to expose the cloves, drizzle with olive oil, and wrap tightly in foil. Place on a baking sheet and roast for 35–40 minutes until the cloves are soft and golden. Let cool slightly before handling.
02 - Squeeze the roasted garlic cloves from their skins directly into a mixing bowl. Mash thoroughly with a fork until a smooth paste forms.
03 - Add the softened butter to the bowl. Using a hand mixer or sturdy wooden spoon, whip until the mixture becomes light, fluffy, and well incorporated.
04 - Fold in the chopped parsley, chives, basil or tarragon, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly until evenly distributed throughout the butter.
05 - Taste the spread and adjust with additional salt or pepper if needed to achieve desired flavor balance.
06 - Transfer the finished spread to a decorative serving bowl or individual ramekins. Present alongside warm, toasted crostini or baguette slices for immediate enjoyment.
