Butter is a dairy product made from the fat of milk, typically from cows, goats, or sheep. It’s a popular ingredient in many cuisines around the world and is often used for cooking, baking, and as a spread for bread.
Some popular uses for butter include:
- Cooking: using butter for sautéing vegetables, meats, and sauces
- Baking: using butter in cakes, cookies, and pastries
- Spreading: using butter on bread or crackers as a snack
- Making sauces: using butter to make sauces like beurre blanc or hollandaise
