Juice of 1/2 lemon
Juice of 1/2 orange
Juice of 1/2 lime
1 lb. (4 sticks) salted butter
1 Tbs. dried tarragon leaves
1 Tbs. dried basil leaves
pinch of freshly ground black pepper
1/2 tsp. salt, optional
1/2 tsp. sugar, optional

In the bowl of a food processor or mixer, combine all ingredients.
Beat until smooth, about 4 minutes. Add salt and sugar to taste.
Pack into molds or a glass container with a lid, and refrigerate.
Keeps up to 1 week. Makes 2 cups.