I bet you've used Rancid Butter Without Knowing it

Your baking disasters might be caused by spoiled butter, and most people don't even realize it. Check the expiry date first This seems obvious, but butter can go bad even before the date if stored poorly. Look at the storage situation Butter exposed to light goes rancid faster. If it's been sitting unwrapped, that's a red flag. Do the color test Cut a small slice and compare the inside to the outside. If the inside looks lighter, it's oxidized and no longer fresh. Trust your nose Fresh butter has a clean, mild smell. Rancid butter smells off - you'll know it when you smell it. Taste test as last resort If it tastes sour or funky, toss it immediately. Don't risk ruining your recipes with questionable butter. These quick checks take seconds but save your cooking. #butterfreshness #cookingbasics #kitchentips #Food #Cooking