Ringing the Butter Bell

I recently discovered an amazing and simple culinary tool called the butter bell.

It is a bowl, which you fill with butter, that then sits upside-down in another bowl which has a small amount of water in the bottom.

Why, you might ask? Well the answer is that the butter remains firm, but perfectly spreadable. It also slows the process of the butter going rancid.

This little gem is attractive and can just sit on your counter or kitchen table. They are available at any kitchen supply store and are very affordable. If you love butter the way you should, get it a nice little house to live in, the butter bell.