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National Butter Day

Few ingredients make a meal richer and more flavorful than butter. On November 17th, National Butter Day gives this creamy ingredient, and those who make it, a pat on the back.

Butter has been used by humans for thousands of years. As recently as the first half of the last century, the butter churn was an essential tool in many kitchens. When butter was rationed during World War II, households struggled to get along without this delicious staple.

"With enough butter, anything is good." ~ Julia Child

Butter can be used in simple and complex ways - spread a pat of butter on warm toast for an instant hit of flavor and texture or use it to create the light, flaky layers in a croissant. It also enhances the mouthfeel of hot drinks, like coffee and cocktails, and it keeps meats tender while roasting. Butter is the crucial ingredient in mouthwatering sauces, rich cookies, creamy mashed potatoes, hearty casseroles, and so much more.

The average American eats 6.3 pounds, or about 25 sticks, of cow's butter every year. Around the world, butter can be found in cuisines of every culture, and each one uses it to enhance their recipes and enrich their lives.

MMM. Yes, I do love butter on toast, bread, and use it in cooking all the time

I grew up on margarine but have been eating butter for years and I have to say that I love it! I also use butter in cooking. I usually have ten packs in the freezer at any given time but I am low. I only have four. I watch for the sales and never pay more that $3.49 so far.

I use unsalted butter in my cooking and on toast. I haven’t used margarine in years.

We were tricked into believing margarine was healthier! I love butter!

Lolis wrote: Mon Nov 17, 2025 4:54 pm We were tricked into believing margarine was healthier! I love butter!

Yes we were, and I fell for it. I switched back to butter years ago.