Crous
Crous Le Fermier Butter
What it is
Le Fermier is a brand of butter produced by Crous. It is made from cultured cream, which gives it a slightly tangy flavor profile. This butter is typically churned to a higher fat content than standard butter, resulting in a richer taste and smoother texture. It is often sold in blocks, suitable for various culinary applications.
How people cook with it
This butter is a versatile ingredient in both sweet and savory cooking. It adds richness and flavor to baked goods and sauces.
- Baking cakes and cookies
- Sautéing vegetables
- Making sauces and glazes
- Spreading on toast
When baking, this butter can be creamed with sugar for tender cakes or cut into flour for flaky pastries. For savory dishes, it melts beautifully to sauté aromatics like onions and garlic, forming the base for many sauces. It can also be used to finish pan-seared meats or vegetables, adding a glossy sheen and delicious flavor. Its higher fat content makes it ideal for creating emulsified sauces like hollandaise or beurre blanc.
How it differs from similar foods
Compared to standard butter, Le Fermier's cultured cream base provides a more complex, slightly acidic flavor. Its higher fat percentage contributes to a creamier mouthfeel and can result in a more tender crumb in baked goods. It also tends to brown more readily due to the increased fat.
Who it is for
Home cooks and professional chefs who appreciate a richer, more flavorful butter for their creations.
How to keep the rest
To maintain freshness, store any unused portion of this butter in its original packaging or an airtight container in the refrigerator. It can also be frozen for longer-term storage, though its texture may change slightly upon thawing.