Grilling up a homemade meal is a classic way to show appreciation to loved ones at backyard barbecues. This summer, as you enjoy grilling steak, one of the most popular meals for a cookout, try adding an extra touch of flavor with this Smoky Bacon, Chive and Shallot Butter. Find more summer meal inspiration at omahasteaks.com.
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Smoky Bacon, Chive and Shallot Butter
Recipe courtesy of Omaha Steaks
Cook time: 25 minutes
Rest time: 30 minutes
Servings: 10
- 4 ounces bacon, coarsely chopped
- 2 sticks unsalted butter, divided
- 1 small shallot, minced
- 3 tablespoons chives, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
- kosher salt, to taste
- freshly ground pepper, to taste
- In small saute pan, cook bacon over medium heat, stirring occasionally until browned and crisp, about 8-10 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer bacon to a small bowl.
- Cut 1 stick butter into pieces. Add pieces to drippings and cook, stirring often, until butter foams and browns, about 5-8 minutes.
- Strain mixture into medium bowl or bowl of a stand mixer. Stir in minced shallot.
- Allow bacon fat-butter mixture to cool 30 minutes, or until it reaches room temperature.
- Add remaining stick butter to bacon fat mixture. Using a hand mixer or stand mixer, beat until light and fluffy. Add chives, vinegar and reserved bacon. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
- Place the butter mixture in the refrigerator and allow to firm slightly. Butter can be made up to 3 days in advance. Remove from refrigerator 1 hour prior to serving to allow butter to soften.
SOURCE:
Omaha Steaks, Family Features