Step 1

Allow the butter to come to room temperature before starting.

Step 2

Into the bowl of a mixer fitted with a paddle attachment, add the room temperature butter.

Step 3

Beat the butter until creamy, then add in the parsley, red pepper flakes, black pepper, minced garlic, lemon juice and zest.

Step 4

Mix until well combined.

Step 5

Scrape down the sides of the bowl and turn the mixture out onto a piece of parchment paper.

Step 6

Using the back of a spatula, spread out the mixture into a log shape.

Step 7

Roll the parchment paper up and twist the ends like a piece of candy.

Step 8

Refrigerate the log of butter for at least 4 hours to allow the flavors to come together.