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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Emma Henderson

13 best supermarket butters to slather on your toast, taste-tested by a food writer

I tried everyday budget heroes and luxury butters worth splurging on - (Emma Henderson/The Independent)

An easy way to make even the simplest dishes taste delicious, butter can be enjoyed slathered on bread like its own topping, melted over a jacket potato, or used for a delicious homemade baked treat. As versatile as it is tasty, the best slabs of butter belong everywhere from lunchbox sandwiches to the more sophisticated butter boards.

Like other food items, the cost of butter has risen around 19 per cent in the past year alone, so it's worth knowing which brands are worth their salt. These days, it’s rare to find a block of butter (not counting the spreadable tub varieties) for under £2, with most hovering just a few pence shy of £3.

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