2007-01-23 13:19:14 · 4 answers · asked by redvelvetto 1 in Food & Drink ➔ Cooking & Recipes
It can be left out for quite a while - depending on the temp of the room (in the summer months when it's warmer, it'll go bad faster), cleanliness of the container that you put it in, where you keep it ie, in the sun isn't good. Keep it in an air tight container - air causes oxidation which will lead to rancidity. You'll know when it starts to go bad - it starts to smell rancid and mold will develop fast. Butter usually will not separate so there won't be any liquids on top. If you're not going to use a whole stick or are slow at using the whole thing, cut it in half and return the unused portion to the fridge to keep it fresh longer.
2007-01-23 13:45:44 · answer #1 · answered by JoAnnB 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Don't leave out for long periods of time. Like days. In fridge it's good through everyday use.
2007-01-23 13:33:04 · answer #2 · answered by Joyce E 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
we keep our butter out all the time...it makes it softer...we keep our house a little cooler but it is still room temp...never had a problem
2007-01-23 13:36:58 · answer #3 · answered by crazychick1466 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
it can stay out forever if you want real soft butter(i do)the oil may come to the top,but,just stir it up.it's okay
2007-01-23 13:32:25 · answer #4 · answered by granny 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋