Don’t use the most expensive butter in the store for just anything.
They’re typically the most expensive butter in the grocery store.
Some varieties are only $1 more; others are almost twice the price.
Credit: Photography: Caitlin Bensel; Food Styling: Torie Cox
What Is European Butter?
Butter is mainly two things: water and fat.
What Is Irish Butter?
Kerrygold is a popular brand found in U.S. stores, and it’s also a favorite brand of chefs.
Its bright yellow color comes from beta-carotene in the grass the cows eat.
Grass feeding the cows also gives the butter an earthy flavor.
It is creamy and rich like other European butters.
Salt is used as a preservative and adds flavor.
Is European Butter Better For Baking?
What’s The Best Way To Use European Butter?
For a very European snack, use it onsliced radishesas the French do.
Otherwise, feel free to stick with your favorite American brand to grease your pans and bake muffins.
U.S. Department of Agriculture.New Infographic Spreads the Word About Butter Grading.November 1, 2017.
