Alton Brown's Compound Avocado Butter

Ingredients

1. 6 ounces ripe avocado meat, about 2 small specimens
2. 1 tablespoon lemon juice, freshly squeezed
3. 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room temperature
4. 1 clove garlic, minced
5. 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped
6. 2 teaspoons cumin, freshly toasted and ground
7. Kosher salt to taste
8. Freshly ground black pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Peel and pit the avocados. Situate all ingredients in the bowl of a food processor and process until well combined.
2. Spoon the mixture onto a sheet of parchment paper and shape into a log.
3. Refrigerate for 3 to 4 hours. Slice and serve with grilled fish, chicken or corn on the cob.
4. Store for up to three days in the refrigerator or a week in the freezer.