Lucerne
Lucerne Unsalted Butter
What it is
This is a dairy product made from cream. It is churned to separate the butterfat from the buttermilk. This version has no salt added, which allows for more control over the final flavor of dishes. It is a solid fat at room temperature but softens and melts when heated.
How people cook with it
Butter is a fundamental ingredient in many cooking and baking applications. Its richness and flavor enhance both sweet and savory preparations.
- Baking cakes and cookies
- Sautéing vegetables
- Sauce base
- Spreading on toast
For baking, butter is often creamed with sugar to create a light and airy base for cakes and cookies. It can also be melted and incorporated into batters or used to grease baking pans. In savory cooking, it adds richness to pan sauces, helps brown meats, and is used to sauté aromatics like onions and garlic. It can be melted and drizzled over vegetables or used as a finishing touch for flavor.
How it differs from similar foods
Unsalted butter allows the cook to precisely control the salt content of a dish. Salted butter contains added salt, which can alter the overall taste profile, especially in delicate baked goods where salt levels are critical for flavor balance.
Who it is for
Home cooks and professional chefs use unsalted butter for its versatility and flavor.
How to keep the rest
Keep the remaining butter refrigerated in its original packaging or an airtight container. This prevents it from absorbing odors from other foods in the refrigerator and maintains its freshness. It can also be frozen for longer storage.