Maybe you've been eyeing a sleek butter dish with a glass cover, or you've already got one sitting on your counter. Sure, it looks chic, luxurious, and presentable. But as it turns out, it's not the ...

Butter is one of those pantry items that sparks debate. Some of us keep a stick on the counter for easy spreading. Others stash every last pat in the fridge or freezer. The truth sits in the middle.

You shouldn't keep it on the counter for as long as you think. Don’t leave butter out for more than four hours—it can change color and flavor. Keep butter in its original wrapper in the coldest part ...

Butter can, in fact, be left out at room temperature all the time if you store it correctly. That’s where a butter crock ...

Store processed peanut butter in a cool spot for up to six months, or natural peanut butter in the fridge for up to two months. Signs it’s time to toss include mold, off smells, strange textures, or ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Because butter is primarily fat, it is less prone to spoilage at room temperature. Over time, as the ...