Rosemary Butter

WHAT’S IN IT

 

·       4 T grass fed butter (at room temperature)

·       1 T fresh rosemary leaves, chopped

·       1 clove garlic, minced

·       Ground black pepper

HOW TO MAKE IT

1.     Cream butter until softened

2.     Blend in rosemary and garlic, and a pinch black pepper (more to your taste)

3.     Place the butter on a sheet of parchment paper and shape into a log

4.     Refrigerate until firm

WHY IT’S HEALTHY

Rosemary is known for its ability to improve memory, promote hair growth, relieve muscle aches and pains, improve cognitive function, and can strengthen digestion and improve circulation. Rosemary also possesses anti-inflammatory, anti-cancer, antioxidant, and detoxifying properties. Garlic has strong  antibiotic, antifungal and antiviral properties, is high in vitamin C ad B6 as well as the minerals selenium, calcium and copper. The likelihood of blood vessel damage sue to chronic inflammation has been shown to decrease when garlic is consumed on a regular basis., and garlic is one of the most powerful foods to lower the risk of cancer.