So this is not a recipe. It is an invitation to get creative. I usually have a couple of versions of flavored butter in the freezer, and when I need them, they are there, patiently waiting to be used. I just slice off as much as I need and then pop them back in the freezer for another dish another day.
Chicken Stock Recipe
One of the staple ingredients in my kitchen. I actually found myself out the other day, and with a mean immediate craving for risotto, so I went to the store and bought the best looking brand I could find. It was terrible. This is one thing that is just worth making yourself.