By CARYL ESPINOZA JAEN
When To Use Name-Brand Vs Generic Butter
Butter is an essential ingredient in most recipes, but rising prices have led to some opting for cheaper generic alternatives, especially in baking and cooking.
While generic butter can suffice for recipes like cakes or roast chicken where its flavor is overshadowed, name-brand butter is preferable for spreads or finishes, like on bread.
Generic butter, often less flavorful than fancier varieties, typically doesn't show significant taste differences when used in baking or mixed with strong ingredients.
Many people agree that the difference between generic and name-brand butter boils down to packaging. Avoid buying low-quality variants by opting for Grade AA butter.