Is it safe to leave butter at room temperature?
Is it safe to leave butter at room temperature? According to the USDA, butter is safe at room temperature. But if it's left out for several days at room temperature, it can turn rancid causing off flavors. The USDA does not recommend leaving it out more than one to two days. You can store butter in a butter dish or a popular French butter keeper. How do you store butter without refrigeration? Using a French crock or a butter bell is an almost foolproof way to keep your unrefrigerated supply fresh, yet soft and spreadable. These “bells” work by immersing...