Herb Butter Toast - Orchard Bowl

# What You'll Need:

→ Bread

01 - 4 slices crusty artisan bread (sourdough or baguette)

→ Compound Herb Butter

02 - 7 tbsp unsalted butter, softened

03 - 2 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped

04 - 1 tbsp fresh chives, finely chopped

05 - 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves, chopped

06 - 1 garlic clove, minced

07 - 1/2 tsp lemon zest

08 - 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper

09 - 1/4 tsp fine sea salt

→ Finishing

10 - Flaky sea salt, to taste

# How To Make It:

01 - Preheat the oven to 400°F or set a broiler to high heat setting.

02 - In a small bowl, combine softened butter with parsley, chives, thyme, garlic, lemon zest, black pepper, and fine sea salt. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly distributed.

03 - Place bread slices on a baking sheet and toast in the oven or under the broiler for 2–3 minutes until crisp and lightly golden.

04 - Spread a generous layer of the prepared compound herb butter onto each warm toast slice, ensuring complete coverage.

05 - Return the buttered toasts to the oven or broiler for 1–2 minutes until the butter melts completely and bread edges achieve golden coloration.

06 - Remove from oven, sprinkle with flaky sea salt to taste, and serve immediately while warm.

# Expert Advice:

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The butter starts melting the moment it hits the warm toast, releasing this incredible herby aroma that will make your mouth water before you even take a bite.
Its incredibly versatile, working beautifully alongside a bowl of soup or as a standalone appetizer with wine when you want something elevated but effortless.

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The temperature of your butter is non-negotiable, as cold butter wont incorporate the herbs properly, and melted butter will separate and lose its creamy texture.
After adding the herb butter to the toast, that second trip to the oven should be brief, just enough to melt the butter without letting it completely disappear into the bread.

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