THE BUTTER BOOK

$19.95 at Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art.

A delightful celebration of butter in all its golden glory—history, how-tos, and irresistible recipes for anyone who believes everything is better with butter. Butter is a perfect ingredient. In both cooking and baking, it can be foundational or a finishing touch. It’s a flavor powerhouse, a sauce emulsifier, a taste enhancer, and above all else, a bringer of joy. In this charming kitchen companion, you’ll discover:Butter’s curious historyTips for buying butter, fun ways to serve it, and its ability to…