Piggly Wiggly · 16 oz
Piggly Wiggly Unsalted Butter, 16 oz
What it is
This is a pound of unsalted butter made from cow's milk. Butter is a dairy product that is solid at room temperature but melts when heated. It is a staple in many kitchens for both cooking and baking. This particular butter is made without added salt, which gives the cook more control over the final flavor of their dish. It comes in a rectangular block, typically wrapped in paper.
How people cook with it
Unsalted butter is incredibly versatile. It can be used in sweet and savory applications alike.
- Baking cakes and cookies
- Sautéing vegetables
- Spreading on toast
- Making sauces
When baking, unsalted butter is often preferred because it allows you to precisely control the amount of salt in your recipe. For savory cooking, it adds richness and helps to develop flavor when sautéing ingredients like onions or mushrooms. It can also be melted and drizzled over dishes or used as a base for sauces. For spreading, ensure the butter is softened to room temperature for easy application on bread or pastries. It can also be whipped with other ingredients to create compound butters.
How it differs from similar foods
Unsalted butter differs from salted butter by the absence of added salt. This means it has a purer, more direct dairy flavor. Salted butter contains added salt, which acts as a preservative and enhances flavor, but can make it harder to control the saltiness in delicate recipes.
Who it is for
Home cooks and professional chefs use unsalted butter for its flexibility in recipes.
How to keep the rest
To store the remaining butter, wrap it tightly in its original packaging or plastic wrap. Keep it refrigerated to maintain its firmness and prevent spoilage. If you plan to use it soon, you can leave a small portion at room temperature for easier spreading and mixing.