Rosemary Black Pepper Butter
Rosemary Black Pepper Butter (Makes ~2 cups)
Prep Time: 20–25 minutes
Ayurvedic Benefits: Grounding for Vata, balancing for Pitta, stimulating for Kapha (in moderation)
Cost: Approximately $6–$7 total
Ingredients
32 oz (4 cups) heavy whipping cream (~2 pints)
2 teaspoons fresh rosemary, finely chopped
1 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
Pinch of sea salt (optional)
Instructions
1. Make the Butter
Pour the 32 oz cream into a stand mixer or food processor.
Whip on medium-high speed until the cream separates into butter solids and buttermilk (about 12–15 minutes).
Drain the buttermilk (save for baking or cooking if desired).
2. Mix in Flavors
Rinse butter solids under cold water to remove remaining buttermilk.
Knead gently and add rosemary, black pepper, and salt.
Mix until evenly incorporated.
3. Shape & Chill
Form butter into a log or store in an airtight container.
Refrigerate for 30–60 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
4. Serve
Spread on bread, bagels, or warm tortillas.
Melt over roasted vegetables, baked salmon, or grilled tofu for extra flavor.
Portion Accuracy
Yield: ~2 cups (16 tablespoons) — enough for 8–12 servings depending on use.
Suggested serving per person:
Vata & Pitta: 1–2 tablespoons
Kapha: ½ tablespoon, paired with warm/light foods
Cost Breakdown (Ithaca, NY Prices, 2025)
Ingredient Estimated Cost
Heavy whipping cream (32 oz / 2 pints) $6.00
Fresh rosemary$0.50–$1.00
Black pepper & salt negligible
Total: $6.50–$7.00
Cost per serving: $0.55–$0.85
Ayurvedic Dosha Notes
This butter is rich, warming, and grounding — great for Vata and Pitta, but Kapha must enjoy in moderation.
Vata
Creamy, nourishing, and grounding
Rosemary adds gentle warming stimulation
No modifications needed.
Pitta
Butter is cooling; black pepper adds mild stimulation
Pitta modifications:Use smaller amounts if sensitive to spice
Unsalted or lightly salted butter works best
Kapha
Butter is very heavy → limit serving to ½ tablespoon per person
Pair with warm, light foods: roasted vegetables, baked salmon, steamed grains
Slight warming before serving helps digestion
Optionally, blend with ½ coconut oil to reduce heaviness
Serving Tips
Spread on warm bread, bagels, or homemade tortillas.
Melt over vegetables, potatoes, or grilled proteins.
Roll into a log, slice, and freeze for convenience.
