Smoky Bacon Butter

🧂 Ingredients

• 1 cup softened unsalted butter
• 3-4 strips cooked bacon, finely chopped or crumbled
• 2 tablespoons minced shallots
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions

• 1 Cook bacon in skillet until browned and crispy. Remove, drain, and let the bacon
  cool for 20 minutes. Chop and set aside.
• 2 Place softened butter, bacon and remaining ingredients into a food processor.
  Pulse 6-8 times, until well combined. Scoop out into a serving bowl and use
  immediately.
• 3 To serve cold, spoon butter mixture out onto a large piece of plastic wrap (or
  parchment paper). Using plastic as a guide, roll into a evenly shaped log. Twist
  ends of plastic and fold under. Place into refrigerator for 1-2 hours before
  using. To use, slice off your desired amount and add to your favorite foods.
• 4 Store in an airtight container for up to 1 week after preparation.

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