They Used This Every Day, But Can You Even Tell What It Is?

workers were early food-preservation technology.
Why Salt Was So Important

Salt served more than one purpose.

It certainly added flavor, but it also acted as a natural preservative.

Salt helps:

    Slow bacterial growth
    Reduce spoilage
    Improve texture
    Extend storage life

Combined with the removal of buttermilk, salting made homemade butter surprisingly durable.
Why Traditional Butter Often Looked More Golden

Many people notice that vintage butter often appears much richer in color than supermarket butter.

Several factors contributed to this.
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