Truffle Butter

The aroma and flavour of truffles are heat sensitive.  Truffle butter is a good way to get the most from your black diamond since it is not heated.  Finely grate a fresh truffle and add to softened unsalted butter in proportions to suit your taste.  Use enough butter so that the mixture is spreadable and not crumbly.  Let stand at room temperature for an hour.  Spread on crackers, French bread, or baked potatoes.  Truffle butter also freezes well.