{"product_id":"floral-ceramic-butter-crock","title":"Floral Ceramic Butter Crock","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003eKeep your butter perfectly soft, fresh, and spreadable in style with this exquisite ceramic butter crock (French butter bell). Adorned with a rich color palette of sunny yellow, soft lavender, brilliant cobalt blue, and lush green accents, this functional art piece showcases intricate, Mexican folk-art-inspired floral patterns.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003eEach piece is individually brought to life by Latina Phoenix artist and illustrator Kathy Cano-Murillo. Fired in a kiln in her local Phoenix studio, these durable, hand-painted glazed ceramics combine traditional craftsmanship with everyday kitchen utility, making it a beautiful, conversation-starting centerpiece for your dining table.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e4\" H x 4\" Dia.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to use:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"0\"\u003eA ceramic butter bell (sometimes called a French butter crock) is a brilliant, centuries-old invention designed to keep your butter perfectly soft, spreadable, and fresh on the counter without refrigeration. It uses a simple natural water seal to keep oxygen—which causes butter to spoil—away from the butter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003eHere is a step-by-step guide on how to use it:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003eStep 1: Soften Your Butter\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003eBefore packing the bell, let a stick of real butter (half a cup) soften at room temperature until it is pliable. Do not melt it or microwave it too much; it should be soft like frosting, not liquid.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003e\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"3\" data-index-in-node=\"199\"\u003eNote: This method works best with real, salted high-quality butter. Do not use margarine or oil-based spreads, as they won't stick to the ceramic.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003eStep 2: Pack the Butter into the Lid (The Bell)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003eTurn the lid upside down so the bell part faces up. Take your softened butter and pack it tightly into the bell using the back of a spoon or a small spatula.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Golden Rule:\u003c\/b\u003e Press the butter firmly to push out any air pockets. If there are air bubbles between the butter and the ceramic wall, a vacuum won't form, and the butter might drop into the water later!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003eStep 3: Add Cold Water to the Base\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003ePour about \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8\" data-index-in-node=\"11\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"math-inline\" data-math=\"1\/3\" data-index-in-node=\"11\"\u003e$1\/3$\u003c\/span\u003eto \u003cspan class=\"math-inline\" data-math=\"1\/2\" data-index-in-node=\"18\"\u003e$1\/2$\u003c\/span\u003e cup of very cold water\u003c\/b\u003e into the bottom crock (the base).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTip:\u003c\/b\u003e Adding a tiny pinch of salt to the water can help keep it fresh and prevent mold from forming.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003eStep 4: Flip and Store\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003eCarefully flip the butter-filled lid upside down and lower it into the water-filled base. The water should rise up just enough to submerge the bottom rim of the bell, creating an airtight seal that locks out oxygen and bacteria. If water overflows when you put the lid on, just pour a tiny bit out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003eStep 5: Keep it Cool\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003ePlace your butter bell on your kitchen counter out of direct sunlight and away from hot appliances (like your oven or stove).\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Crafty Chica","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50175917818023,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2207\/1233\/files\/butterbell3.jpg?v=1779501499","url":"https:\/\/craftychicastore.com\/products\/floral-ceramic-butter-crock","provider":"CraftyChica","version":"1.0","type":"link"}