First Street · 16 oz
First Street Sweet Cream Butter, 16 oz
What it is
This is a 16-ounce package of sweet cream butter. It is made from milk and has a rich, creamy flavor. The butter is unsalted, which allows for greater control over the salt content in your cooking and baking. It is a staple ingredient in many kitchens for a variety of culinary applications.
How people cook with it
Butter is a versatile ingredient that adds richness and flavor to both sweet and savory dishes. It can be used in countless ways to enhance the taste and texture of food.
- Baking cakes and cookies
- Sautéing vegetables
- Spreading on toast
- Sauces and glazes
When baking, butter provides structure and tenderness to doughs and batters. It can be creamed with sugar to create a light and airy base for cookies and cakes, or melted to add moisture and richness. In savory cooking, butter is excellent for sautéing aromatics like onions and garlic, forming the base of many sauces, or finishing dishes with a glossy sheen. Its ability to brown also adds a desirable nutty flavor to pan-seared meats and vegetables.
How it differs from similar foods
Sweet cream butter is made from cream with a lower acidity compared to cultured butter. This results in a milder, sweeter flavor profile. The absence of salt in this variety provides flexibility, allowing the cook to precisely adjust the saltiness of the final dish, which is particularly important in delicate baked goods.
Who it is for
Home cooks and professional chefs alike rely on butter for its essential role in creating delicious food.
How to keep the rest
After opening, store any remaining butter in its original packaging or an airtight container in the refrigerator. This will help maintain its freshness and prevent it from absorbing odors from other foods. For longer storage, butter can be frozen.