Bacon Onion Butter

This sweet and savory Bacon Onion Butter is the perfect addition to any dish, elevating simple bread or veggies into a flavorful masterpiece. With crispy bacon, fresh parsley, and caramelized onions, every bite is a harmonious blend of flavors and textures that will leave you wanting more.

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
• 3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
• 2 tablespoons chopped scallions (green onions)
• 2 tablespoons grated cheddar cheese (optional)
• 4 slices of crispy cooked bacon, crumbled
• 1 large onion, finely chopped (about 1 cup)

Instructions

In a medium-sized bowl, cream the softened butter with an electric mixer until it’s light and fluffy.

Set aside.

In a separate bowl, combine the chopped parsley, scallions, grated cheddar cheese (if using), and crumbled bacon.

Mix well until they’re evenly distributed.

Add the chopped onion to the bowl with the parsley mixture and mix until the onion is fully incorporated.

Gradually add the parsley-onion mixture to the softened butter, mixing until just combined.

Be careful not to overmix.

Use immediately, or cover and refrigerate for up to a week.

Bring to room temperature before serving.

Notes

Make sure to use high-quality, fresh ingredients, especially the parsley and scallions, as they’ll make a big difference in the flavor.

If you’re using cheddar cheese, a mild or medium-strength works best, so the flavor doesn’t overpower the other ingredients.

When working with the bacon, try to crumble it into small pieces so it distributes evenly throughout the butter.

Don’t over-chop the onion, as you want to maintain a bit of texture.

When combining the parsley mixture with the butter, do it in small increments to avoid overmixing.

If you’re not using the bacon onion butter immediately, store it in an airtight container and let it come to room temperature before serving.

This recipe makes about 7 servings, so feel free to adjust the ingredient quantities as needed.

Nutrional Value

• Calories: 120
• Total Fat: 11g
• Saturated Fat: 7g
• Cholesterol: 20mg
• Sodium: 100mg
• Total Carbohydrates: 4g
• Dietary Fiber: 0g
• Sugars: 1g
• Protein: 2g