
Jenn and Aimee - butter-makers in action. (Photo: Melissa Yu)
This week we threw a party to give thanks to more than 70 volunteers from across the GTA.
Part of the festivities included a workshop on making butter, which I led along with Aimee, Evergreen’s community food program co-ordinator. Everyone who participated got to take home the fruits of their labour in jars donated by Bernardin for the event.
Follow the recipe below for a deliciously homemade gift idea, or make and serve as a special touch to your holiday dinner party.
Happy butter making!
Ingredients
1 cup of whipping cream
1 tsp of rosemary, thyme or your favourite seasoning (optional)
Directions
1. Pour one cup of cream into a container that seals.
2. Shake vigorously for 15 to 20 minutes. It helps to have a partner to share the shaking!
3. Once you have a solid ball, drain off the buttermilk and rinse the ball under cold water.
4. For a unique flavoured butter, mix in a teaspoon of your favourite seasoning.
5. Serve!

The end result (Photo: Michelle Scrivener)