Celebrate June Dairy Month with Some New Recipes - Homemade Butter

Well June Dairy Month 2010 has officially arrived! It is one of those months I love both because of the weather and that we celebrate my favorite foods - anything made from MILK!

Here is a fun recipe to make with Kids during the summer or all year long.

Homemade Butter

2 cups cold whipping cream
1/4 teaspoon salt
A few drops yellow food coloring (optional)

In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream at medium speed until light and creamy in color and the liquid separates out. This step may take 8-10 minutes. Drain off liquid; rinse butter with cold water. Work butter back and forth with a spatula or rubber scraper to remove more water and buttermilk. Drain well and add salt and food coloring to butter. Beat again to ensure good mixing. Chill (Makes 1/2 pound or 1 cup of butter.)

Freezing Homemade butter: Butter can be frozen for up to two months. (You can shape your specially made butter in molds to make for a special occasion.)

Using Buttermilk: The liquid drained from the butter may be used in a variety of ways. It can be used as a beverage as is, or mix it with fruit juices for a different flavor. Buttermilk can also be used in making sauces and gravies.

ENJOY!