Runner’s World says “Runners should give butter a second chance”

Runner’s World says “Runners should give butter a second chance”

September 24, 2009, 3:14 pm
Filed under: Organic dairy | Tags: pasture butter, pastureland, Runners World

We don’t like to refer to our award winning Summer Gold butter as “spread”, but hey, we’ll take it. Thanks Runners World!

Good for You
Fat-wary runners should give butter a second chance: Pasture butter is made from the milk of cows that graze on fresh grass in the summer. It’s rich in vitamin E, beta-carotene, and selenium. Studies have found it contains more cancer-fighting conjugated linoleic acids (CLA) and a healthier ratio of heart-protective omega-3 and 6 fatty acids than traditional butter.

Get the Best
Organic Valley produces an 84 percent butterfat pasture butter. “The low moisture concentrates nutrients and flavor,” says Organic Valley’s Tripp Hughes. PastureLand and Organic Pastures also sell the spread (find it in the organic aisle). Store butter in the fridge for up to four months or freeze it up to a year.

Kitchen Simple
Like most butter, pasture butter has seven grams of saturated fat per tablespoon, so use it sparingly. Try it in lightly seasoned dishes, where its rich flavor will be the focus. Add a pat to a bowl of steamed vegetables, like green beans, corn, or peas. Or brush melted butter on white fish fillets, like halibut, before grilling.

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