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Making herb butter

Herb butter is made by softening butter and mixing it with a selection of herbs.

-Transfer the softened butter and herb mixture to a sheet of aluminium foil or cling film.

-Roll it into a sausage, then twist the ends to secure tightly.

-Chill in the fridge until firm.

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Salmon with green butter Salmon with green butter

By Sophie Grigson

Skill level

Easy

Equipment you will need for this technique

  • Aluminium foil or cling film

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