Ingredients:

  • 1.5 cups (340g) Unsalted Butter, softened
  • 2 tbsp (30ml) Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • 3 tbsp (12g) Fresh Sage, finely minced
  • 2 tbsp (8g) Fresh Rosemary, finely minced
  • 2 tbsp (8g) Fresh Thyme leaves
  • 6 cloves (30g) Garlic, grated into a paste
  • 1 tbsp Lemon zest
  • 1.5 tbsp (18g) Kosher Salt
  • 1 tsp (2g) Coarsely ground Black Pepper
  • 1 tsp (2g) Smoked Paprika

Instructions:

  1. Place the softened butter in a mixing bowl. Use a spatula to cream it until it reaches a smooth, frosting-like consistency without melting it.
  2. Finely mince the sage, rosemary, and thyme to release volatile oils. Grate the garlic cloves directly into the bowl to capture all juices.
  3. Add the minced herbs, garlic paste, lemon zest, and olive oil to the creamed butter. Fold together until the aromatics are evenly distributed.
  4. Incorporate the kosher salt, black pepper, and smoked paprika. Mix thoroughly until the butter is highly fragrant.
  5. Apply immediately under the turkey skin and over the exterior, or roll in parchment paper into a log and chill until firm for make-ahead preparation.