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Brown Butter

Brown butter is regular butter that's been melted and cooked until the milk solids turn golden, creating a nutty, caramel-like flavor. This simple staple will take your kitchen from basic to extra!
Cook Time 5 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes

Equipment

Ingredients

  • butter unsalted

Instructions

  • Cut butter into chunks and place in a light colored pan.  Place pan over medium heat and stir butter until melted.
  • Continue to cook, slightly simmering, until butter foams, stirring often
  • Once butter forms toasty brown bits, becomes a golden caramel color, and has a warm nutty aroma, remove from heat and pour into a separate bowl.  Use immediately, or refrigerate for later use.
Course: Sauces
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Brown Butter
Author: Sara Wells
Cost: $1
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