Basil Grilled Chicken

3/4 tsp coarsely ground pepper

4 chicken breast halves, skinned

1/3 cup butter or margarine

1/4 cup chopped fresh basil

1 tbsp grated parmesan cheese

1/4 tsp garlic powder

1/8 tsp salt

1/8 tsp pepper

Fresh basil sprigs (optional)

Press 3/4 tsp pepper into meaty sides of chicken breast halves.

Combine 1/3 cup melted butter and 1/4 cup chopped basil;

stir well. Brush chicken lightly with melted butter mixture.

Combine 1/2 cup softened butter, 2 tbsp basil, parmesan cheese, garlic powder,

salt and pepper in a small bowl. Beat at low speed of an electric mixer until mixture

is well blended and smooth. Transfer to a small serving bowl; set aside.

Grill chicken over medium coals 8-10 minutes on each side, basting frequently

with remaining melted butter mixture. Serve grilled chicken with basil-butter mixture.

Garnish with fresh basil springs, if desired. Yield 4 servings.

Reduce the fat in this recipe by using low or not fat butter substitute.