Lemon Thyme Compound Butter

By Jessica Cameron

• 1 stick of unsalted butter
• zest of 3 lemons
• 2 tablespoons of fresh thyme finely chopped
• 1/4 teaspoon fresh lemon juice

     Let a stick of butter sit out on the counter overnight to soften up.  Once softened mash the butter with a fork.  Add your lemon zest, chopped thyme, and lemon juice and mix thoroughly. Once happy with the even distribution of the ingredients within the butter, lay a large square piece of saran wrap down on your counter. Dollop all the butter in the center of the saran wrap and form into a log shape or stick of butter shape.  Once happy with the initial shape, roll the wrap around the butter and form it further, twisting the ends and wrapping them around the butter.  Toss in the fridge to harden and use as desired.