Description
I know bone marrow sounds a little extra, but just go with me here. We’re taking that unctuous, velvety marrow fat and whipping it right into butter with some garlicky, herby action for a spread that’s equal parts lush and insane. Slather it on literally anything – crusty bread, roasted potatoes, seared meats, your supplemental health insurance bills, whatever. This butter is straight-up ridiculous in the best way, giving you that hit of funky richness balanced with bright, fresh aromatics. It’s luxurious but totally unfussy since you can absolutely pull it off at home. Just do it and thank me later.
Ingredients
1 pound beef bone marrow bones
8 tbsp (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
3 garlic cloves, chopped
2-3 tsp fresh thyme or rosemary leaves, minced
1⁄4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
2 tsp lemon zest
Sea Salt
Black Pepper, freshly ground
Instructions
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- Preheat oven to 400°F.
- Add bone marrow bones to a small sheet pan or oven-safe skillet—season with salt, pepper, and a drizzle of avocado oil.
- Transfer to oven and roast bones for 20-30 minutes. Or until the marrow is bubbling.
- Scoop roasted marrow from bones into a food processor or in a bowl of a stand mixer. Add butter, roasted garlic, parsley, thyme and red pepper flakes.
- Whisk on medium-high speed until smooth and fully incorporated. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
- Transfer marrow butter to an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
- Remove from fridge about 20 minutes before serving to soften spreadable consistency.
- Serve at room temperature with bread, over your favorite steak or roasted vegetables. Can also be used to enrich sauces and pan drippings.
- Store leftovers in fridge for up to 1 week.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes