The Butter Book by Anna Stockwell
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- ISBN 10 1797238272
- ISBN 13 9781797238272
- Linked ISBNs
- 9781797238289 eBook (United States) 3/17/2026
- Published Mar 17 2026
- Format Hardcover
- Page Count 112
- Language English
- Countries United States
- Publisher Chronicle Books
Publishers Text
A delightful celebration of butter in all its golden glory—history, how-tos, and irresistible recipes for anyone who believes everything is better with butter.Butter is a perfect ingredient. In both cooking and baking, it can be foundational or a finishing touch. It’s a flavor powerhouse, a sauce emulsifier, a taste enhancer, and above all else, a bringer of joy. In this charming kitchen companion, you’ll discover: Butter’s curious history
Tips for buying butter, fun ways to serve it, and its ability to transform the most humble foods—a pot of rice, a day-old muffin—into something revelatory
How to make butter at home, then whip, clarify, or compound it to elevate your everyday cooking
Ten recipes that showcase butter’s multitudes, from Butter-Basted Scallops with Beurre Blanc to Butterscotch Pudding, each one teaching easy yet essential techniques, including browning and emulsifying Collectible butter accessories
And more!
Dive headfirst into this deliciously creamy, dreamy world to get the most out of your dairy drawer. The Butter Book is a true celebration of this essential ingredient, cleverly designed and just right for home cooks, gourmands, and homesteaders alike.

