To Flavor the Butter:

1. Place the butter in a large bowl. Scatter/sprinkle the garlic, herbs, salt, and pepper on top.
2. Fold the seasonings into the butter with a sturdy spoon or spatula until everything is completely and evenly incorporated. Season to taste with additional salt and pepper.
3. Serve immediately for a spreadable texture, or use one of the following methods for shaping. Compound butter may be stored in the refrigerator for up to 1 week, or in the freezer for up to 3 months.

To Store Freeform:

1. Transfer the butter to an airtight container. Store in the refrigerator or freezer.

To Create Molded Shapes:

1. Fill empty silicone molds in your desired shape with the freshly made compound butter until flush with the top of the molds.
2. Place a piece of parchment paper over the top of the exposed butter and chill in the refrigerator until firm, about 4 hours.
3. When firm, unmold each piece to serve. Tightly wrap each piece in plastic film and store in the refrigerator or freezer.

To Create Logs:

1. Scoop the freshly made compound butter onto the middle of a sheet of parchment paper or a large piece of plastic wrap.
2. Leaving at least a 2-inch border on both ends widthwise, shape the butter into a log by rolling and forming the paper or plastic wrap around it.
3. Tightly twist or fold the ends to close. Chill in the refrigerator until firm, about 4 hours.