This is a basic. It is delicious—but use it sparingly.
½ cup extra virgin olive oil
½ cup (1 stick) butter, melted or softened
Combine the extra virgin olive oil and butter in a mixing bowl, blender, or food processor. Blend until smooth. Chill, covered, until firm.
Yield: about 1 cup
See page 111 of What Would Jesus Eat? by Don Colbert