Anchovy Butter Recipe Jamie Oliver Recipes

ANCHOVY BUTTER

Steps:

• Gather the ingredients.
• In a large bowl, using your hands or a potato masher, soften the butter. Alternatively, cream the butter using the paddle attachment of a stand mixer. The overall goal is just to get the butter soft so you can incorporate the anchovies.
• Add the mashed anchovies into the butter and continue mixing until all is fully incorporated.
• Spread out a 1-foot or bigger square of plastic wrap across your work surface, then scoop the mixed butter onto the plastic. Roll the butter into a cylinder inside the plastic wrap.
• Tie the excess plastic wrap at the ends of the cylinder into a knot, or just use little pieces of string to tie off the ends.
• Chill until needed. If you're not using it all at the same time, freeze part of it in smaller portions and thaw the amount you'd need when ready to use.
• Enjoy!

GREEN BEANS WITH ANCHOVY BUTTER

Steps:

• Rinse anchovies, drain them well, and chop them finely. In a small skillet over low heat, melt the butter. Add the anchovies, and stir until they fall apart and the mixture is smooth. Remove from the heat and set aside.
• Steam the green beans until just tender, 7 to 10 minutes, depending on their size. Drain well, return the beans to the pan, and place over low heat. Add the anchovy butter. Stir for a minute or 2 until beans are hot and thoroughly coated with butter. Transfer them to a warmed serving dish, and serve immediately.