If you’ve ever sat down at a high-end steakhouse and wondered why the meat tastes better than anything you make at home, I’ll let you in on a secret: it’s almost always the finishing butter. But at Von Slick’s, we didn't just want to recreate the classic garlic butter. We wanted something with attitude.
Enter Cowboy Butter.
It’s bold, it’s busy, and it’s unapologetically packed with flavor. We start with a base of our signature Garlic Confit, then infuse it with Dijon mustard, fresh parsley, smoky paprika, earthy thyme, a sharp kick of horseradish, cracked black pepper, and just enough crushed chilies to let you know it’s there.
Made right here in Manitoba using 100% grass-fed real butter, this isn’t your average spread. It’s a culinary multi-tool packaged in our eco-friendly push tube, designed to make gourmet cooking as easy as a quick slice and a melt.
Here are six ways to use Cowboy Butter to transform your next meal from "pretty good" to "restaurant-quality."
1. The Ultimate Steak Topper (Ribeye or NY Strip)
Let’s start with the classic. A thick, well-marbled Ribeye or a lean NY Strip deserves more than just salt and pepper. While the steak is resting: and this is the crucial part: push a half-inch medallion of Cowboy Butter from the tube and place it right on top.
As the meat rests, the heat triggers the butter to melt into a vibrant, herby glaze. The horseradish and Dijon in the butter cut through the richness of the beef fat, while the garlic confit base adds a mellow, savory depth. You aren't just eating steak; you're eating steak smothered in a complex, chef-grade sauce that took you three seconds to "prepare."
Pro Tip: For the best results, sear your steak in a cast-iron pan to get a heavy crust, then add the butter medallion the moment it leaves the heat.
2. Cowboy Corn on the Cob
Standard butter and salt on corn is fine, but Cowboy Corn is an experience. Whether you’re grilling your corn in the husk or boiling it fresh, the application is the same.
While the corn is steaming hot, run a medallion of Cowboy Butter across the kernels. The paprika and crushed chilies give the corn a smoky, slightly spicy profile that mimics Mexican street corn (Elote) but with a distinct prairie twist. The parsley and thyme add a freshness that highlights the sweetness of the corn. It’s messy, it’s bold, and it’s the only way you’ll want to eat corn from now on.
3. Crispy Roasted Potatoes
Potatoes are essentially a blank canvas for fat and salt. To level them up, roast your baby potatoes until the skins are papery and crisp. The second they come out of the oven, toss them in a bowl with a couple of thick slices of Cowboy Butter.
The butter will melt instantly, creating a savory slurry that gets trapped in the nooks and crannies of the crispy skins. The garlic and herbs infuse the potatoes from the outside in. This works equally well for mashed potatoes: just fold in a medallion at the very end for a "loaded" potato flavor without the need for ten different ingredients.
4. Bold BBQ Burgers
Most people put cheese on their burgers. The pros put butter. Specifically, Cowboy Butter.
There are two ways to do this:
- The Bun Smear: Toast your brioche buns on the grill and immediately spread them with a layer of Cowboy Butter. The heat from the bread will melt the butter into the crumb, ensuring every bite is infused with garlic and horseradish.
- The Internal Melt: Place a thin slice of Cowboy Butter directly onto the patty during the last 30 seconds of grilling. It creates a "juiciness insurance policy," preventing the meat from tasting dry and adding a punch of zesty flavor that stands up to heavy toppings like bacon or caramelized onions.
Check out our full flavour lineup for other burger-worthy options like Roasted Red Pepper or Mushroom Duxelles.
5. Grilled Shrimp Skewers
Seafood and butter are a match made in heaven, but shrimp can sometimes be a bit one-note. Cowboy Butter changes the game with its tangy horseradish and citrus-adjacent Dijon notes.
Thread your shrimp onto skewers, grill them over high heat for 2 minutes per side, and then brush them with melted Cowboy Butter. The paprika gives the shrimp a beautiful golden-red hue, and the crushed chilies provide a gentle "zing" that highlights the sweetness of the shellfish. It’s like a deconstructed shrimp cocktail and a butter poach rolled into one.
6. Zesty Garlic Bread: The Ultimate Shortcut
Skip the tub of margarine and the jar of dried garlic. For the best garlic bread of your life, slice a baguette, place a small medallion of Cowboy Butter on each piece, and pop them under the broiler for 60 seconds.
Because we use a Garlic Confit base, the garlic flavor is smooth and sweet, not harsh or biting. The addition of herbs and spices in the Cowboy blend means your garlic bread is already seasoned to perfection. It’s the ultimate kitchen hack for busy weeknights when you want gourmet results with zero effort.
The Grass-Fed Difference
At Von Slick’s, we believe that the best flavor starts with the best ingredients. That’s why we use 100% grass-fed butter. Grass-fed butter isn't just a buzzword; it has a higher nutritional profile (more Omega-3s and Vitamin K2) and a noticeably deeper, creamier yellow color than grain-fed alternatives. More importantly, it has a lower melting point, which means it coats your palate: and your food: more effectively.
When you use Cowboy Butter, you’re tasting the richness of the Manitoba prairies. It’s local, it’s sustainable, and it’s real food.
Eco-Friendly Innovation
Our push tube isn't just about convenience (though being able to slice off perfect medallions is a game-changer). It’s about reducing our footprint. Our packaging is designed to be eco-friendly and freezer-safe. You can keep a tube in the freezer, slice off what you need for a single steak, and pop the rest back in. No waste, no mess, just great flavor on demand.
Ready to Kick It Up a Notch?
Whether you're a seasoned grill master or a home cook looking to impress at your next Sunday dinner, Cowboy Butter is your secret weapon. It’s the "everything" butter that works on almost everything.
You can find Von Slick's in over 380 grocery stores and butcher shops across Canada. Check out our Where to Buy page to find a retailer near you, or browse our Inspirations for more recipe ideas.
Stop cooking ordinary meals. Start finishing them with Von Slick’s.
