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Cowboy Butter Seasoning and Dips Trio Recipe

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Cowboy Butter Seasoning is a versatile dry spice blend that can be mixed with butter, mayonnaise, or cream cheese to create flavorful spreads and dips perfect for steaks, vegetables, sandwiches, and more. This recipe also guides you on making three delicious variations: Cowboy Butter, Cowboy Mayo, and Cowboy Cream Cheese, all bursting with zesty, savory notes and a hint of heat from crushed red pepper flakes.

Ingredients

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Dry Seasoning Blend

  • 2 tablespoons dried parsley
  • 1 tablespoon dried minced chives
  • 1 tablespoon dried minced garlic
  • 1 tablespoon dried minced onion
  • 2 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon citric acid
  • ½ teaspoon dried thyme
  • ½ teaspoon mustard powder
  • ½ teaspoon granulated sugar

Cowboy Butter

  • 1 stick (½ cup / 113 g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 tablespoons Cowboy Butter Seasoning

Cowboy Mayo

  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons Cowboy Butter Seasoning

Cowboy Cream Cheese

  • 1 block (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
  • 2 tablespoons Cowboy Butter Seasoning

Instructions

  1. Mix seasoning ingredients: In a small bowl, combine dried parsley, chives, garlic, onion, red pepper flakes, paprika, kosher salt, black pepper, citric acid, thyme, mustard powder, and granulated sugar. Whisk or stir until evenly mixed.
  2. Store seasoning blend: Transfer the seasoning mix to an airtight container and store in a cool, dry place for up to 6 months.
  3. Make Cowboy Butter: In a medium bowl, add softened unsalted butter and 2 tablespoons of the Cowboy Butter Seasoning. Use a silicone spatula or spoon to mix until fully combined and evenly seasoned.
  4. Shape and chill butter: Transfer the butter mixture onto a piece of parchment paper or plastic wrap. Shape into a log, roll tightly, and twist the ends to seal. Refrigerate until firm, about 1 hour.
  5. Use Cowboy Butter: Slice as needed for serving on steak, corn, vegetables, or bread. Optionally, melt as an easy, flavorful dipping sauce.
  6. Make Cowboy Mayo: In a medium bowl, combine 1 cup mayonnaise with 2 tablespoons Cowboy Butter Seasoning. Stir thoroughly until smooth and fully mixed.
  7. Refrigerate mayo blend: Transfer Cowboy Mayo to a jar or airtight container. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to develop before serving.
  8. Use Cowboy Mayo: Perfect for sandwiches, burgers, or as a dipping sauce.
  9. Make Cowboy Cream Cheese: In a medium bowl, add softened cream cheese and 2 tablespoons Cowboy Butter Seasoning. Use a hand mixer or sturdy spatula to blend until smooth and fully combined.
  10. Chill cream cheese blend: Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes to let flavors meld.
  11. Serve Cowboy Cream Cheese: Transfer to a small bowl or ramekin and serve with crackers, bagels, or use as a savory spread.

Notes

  • The crushed red pepper flakes can be adjusted for desired spice level.
  • Citric acid adds a subtle tang and acts as a natural preservative; omit if unavailable, though flavor will differ slightly.
  • Store the dry seasoning blend in an airtight container away from heat and moisture to preserve freshness.
  • The Cowboy Butter can be wrapped in plastic wrap and frozen for longer storage.
  • Softened butter and cream cheese blend more easily, so ensure they are at room temperature before mixing.
  • The mayo and cream cheese spreads benefit from chilling to allow the flavors to fully develop.
  • Use Cowboy Butter on grilled steaks or corn for a flavor boost.
  • Cowboy Mayo works great as a condiment on burgers or as a dip for fries.
  • Cowboy Cream Cheese is ideal for breakfasts or snack platters paired with crackers or bagels.

Keywords: Cowboy Butter, seasoning blend, steak butter, flavored mayo, cream cheese spread, easy dips, savory butter, spicy butter, herb seasoning

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