Garlic Butter

2 sticks of unsalted butter, at room temperature
¼ cup finely chopped garlic
salt
freshly ground white pepper

In a mixing bowl, combine all of the ingredients together. Mix well. Season with salt and pepper. Store the butter in either ramekins or form into a log and wrap in plastic wrap until ready to use. The butter can be used in various combinations for meat, fish or vegetables.

Yields: ½ pound

Recipes courtesy of Emeril Lagasse, 1999