Raisin-Nut Butter

Directions

1. 1
   In a medium-size bowl, whip 1/2 cup unsalted butter (room temperature) until fluffy.
2. 2
   Combine the softened butter and other ingredients (listed below) together until they are completely blended.
3. 3
   The butter must first be brought to room temperature and softened by beating it.
4. 4
   The flavoring ingredients must be very finely chopped or pureed.
5. 5
   If any extra liquid develops, it should be drained off thoroughly before mixing in the butter.
6. 6
   For the flavor to better penetrate the butter, allow it to stand at cool room temperature for a few hours before refrigerating.
7. 7
   Compound butters may be stored in freezer, tightly wrapped.
8. 8
   Use a sharp knife dipped in hot water for cutting the frozen butter.
9. 9
   Before refrigerating, you can roll the butter into logs with wax paper; press it into molds to create stars or other shapes; create balls with butter paddles; or simply press it into ramekins for serving.