Spiced Butter

1. 1

   Measure out the spices on a plate.

2. 2

   Melt the butter in a heavy saucepan over moderate heat.

3. 3

   Bring the butter up to a light boil.

4. 4

   When the surface is covered with a white foam, stir in all the remaining ingredients, including the onion and garlic.

5. 5

   Reduce heat to low and cook, uncovered, for about 45 minutes.

6. 6

   Do not stir again.

7. 7

   Milk solids will form in the bottom of the pan and they should cook until they are golden brown.

8. 8

   The butter will be clear.

9. 9

   Strain the mixture through several layers of cheesecloth placed in a colander.

10. 10

    Avoid the milk solids and discard them.

11. 11

    Store the spiced butter in a quart jar, covered, in the fridge.

12. 12

    It will keep for 3 months under refrigeration.

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