Smoked Summer Tomato Basil Butter

Ingredients

• 2 large smoked tomatoes (see Cook's Note), peeled, seeded, and chopped
• 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, room temperature
• 1/2 cup chopped fresh basil
• Kosher or sea salt to taste

Directions

1. Whisk all the ingredients together in a small bowl. (You can prepare the butter 2 to 3 days in advance and store it, covered, in the refrigerator.) Bring to room temperature before serving.