How long can you leave butter out on the counter if it's wrapped?

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barb48 November 25, 2015
I've had two sticks of wrapped, unsalted butter on my counter since last night. Should I refrigerate it or can I still bake with it as in tomorrow morning?
 
Susan W. November 7, 2014
I like keeping 2 days worth of my beloved kerrygold on my counter. When I make ghee, I keep that on my counter until it's gone.
 
Greenstuff November 7, 2014
stilltasty.com says 1-2 days at room temperature. The issue is that it can go rancid, so anything you do to keep oxygen from getting at it, like careful wrapping, will extend the time.
 
julianne114 November 7, 2014
Ooh great resource. Thank you!
 
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