Why do you have to fill the butter bell crock with water
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It provides a seal to keep air away from the butter and it will last a long time before it spoils.
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It is what keeps the butter fresh. Also during the hot months you need need to for sure replace the water every couple of days or the butter will mold. I learned that from experience. :-/
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Evaporative cooling and water acts as a heat sink, absorbing cool night air and retaining an average cooler-than-ambient temperature. Kind of like how a pool in Arizona can be cold in 110 degree heat because at night the temps drop.
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Cool water in the reservoir is what keeps the butter fresh, keeps it from spoiling or getting moldy in a warm room, and still spreadable.
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Depends on what you use the crock for. If you are making Kraut....no lid, weights and a cloth cover so that oxygen can get to the brine. If storing food that needs a cover then yes.
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The water keeps the drippings from smoking due to the grill being an indoor one. Also, if you don't use water, the pan is hard to clean.
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It helps if you pack the butter in solidly when it's soft. Then, put the bell in the fridge for about 1/2 hour. It won't fall out again. If you keep the butter bell near the stove, it may get too warm and fall out, too.
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You add the boiling water to the lower pan, it doesn't really steam, the hot water keeps the food warm. I was happy with it.
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To use, pack the cup on the underside of the lid with about 1-1/2 sticks of butter. Fill the crock one third of the way up with cold water. Invert the lid into the water creating an airtight seal. When you're ready to spread, open the crock lid and set it on its wide, flat lid knob. Change the water every few days.
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You only add about 2 TBL so that it doesn't touch the butter. I was told, by a friend who collects antiques, that the indentation in the lid is to measure the correct amount of water. If water does touch it, you an pat it dry with a paper towel. Enjoy, Betty
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I had a problem with mold in mine only once. I believe if the water gets too low, below the lip of the butter cup, then the air gets into the butter and mold begins to grow. Unfortunately, I tried to clean mine with vinegar. Do NOT do this. I am now ordering a second one, as the inside was etched quite badly from the vinegar.I think the answers above are correct that it's a matter of changing the water out, however I also think it's not so much from the water itself, but from the level getting lower, especially in hot weather.
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The water doesn't touch the butter. It is just a way to keep the butter cooler so it doesn't melt.
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Doesn't hurt it in my experience.Well I haven't ever noticed any issue, but as long as the water is kept fresh (replace every 2-3 days) heck, its okay. We usually use that first 1 tbl. of butter pretty quick too so it isn't in contact for very long.
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No need to worry - there may be a droplet of water or two left, but nothing to bother with. You can always dodge water when you're messing with butter ;)
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It is very hard to exactly put in the right amount of water... I do believe water will not hurt the butter.
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The lid to this one has a small, circular hole in it which acts as a vent. I seem to recall reading somewhere not to latch the lid down while cooking so more steam can escape, and only use the latches for transporting food. You may have had the temperature too high, and if the crock pot was more than 3/4 full it could overflow or splatter. There are a few variables. Here is where you can find some user manuals: http://www.crock-pot.com/service-%26-support/product-support/instruction-manuals/instruction-manuals.html. Good luck!
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Some water drips off into the base of the crock right when you lift up the lid, but hardly any stays on the butter. It's a good design.
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There are no holes inside the lid. Not necessary. The seal the water gives keeps the butter fresh. I just make sure i change the water every 3 days or so. I have not had butter go bad; even once...and it's only me that uses it.
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Put 1/4 to 1/2 inch of cold water in the bottom part of the butter bell. It will keep the butter (top portion) fresh. Change the water every 2-3 days.
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It happened to me the first time, then I softened the butter before packing in in make sure you have no empty pockets in it, gave one to my son showed him how I do it. His answer was what a great idea and the grandkids like it to no more runny butter.. good luck