How to Clarify Butter

Melt butter., Let the butter stand., Pour the butter into a resealable bag., Let the butter cool., Snip off a corner of the bag., Let the liquid run into a bowl.

6 Steps 1 min read Medium

Step-by-Step Guide

  1. Step 1: Melt butter.

    Melt whatever quantity of butter you wish in a saucepan over low heat.

    Don't let it get so hot that it browns. , Remove it from heat and let it sit until the solids gather at the top. , Use the type of food storage bag that has a zipper seal.

    Seal the bag, making sure it's locked. , Two distinct layers will form in the bag; a liquid layer on the bottom, and a solid layer on the top. , Snip off just enough of one of the bottom corners to make a small hole for the liquid to run through. , The solids won't be able to pass through the hole.
  2. Step 2: Let the butter stand.

  3. Step 3: Pour the butter into a resealable bag.

  4. Step 4: Let the butter cool.

  5. Step 5: Snip off a corner of the bag.

  6. Step 6: Let the liquid run into a bowl.

Detailed Guide

Melt whatever quantity of butter you wish in a saucepan over low heat.

Don't let it get so hot that it browns. , Remove it from heat and let it sit until the solids gather at the top. , Use the type of food storage bag that has a zipper seal.

Seal the bag, making sure it's locked. , Two distinct layers will form in the bag; a liquid layer on the bottom, and a solid layer on the top. , Snip off just enough of one of the bottom corners to make a small hole for the liquid to run through. , The solids won't be able to pass through the hole.

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