A butter bell dish, also known as a butter crock or butter keeper, is a two-piece contraption that keeps butter fresh on the counter for up to 30 days. It is a modern version of the centuries-old French "beurrier". The dish consists of a cup-shaped container with a non-removable lid that fits into a base filled with water. The butter is placed into the lid, creating an air seal that keeps the butter fresh and spreadable without refrigeration, spoilage, or odors. The water in the base of the dish keeps the butter away from the air, thereby keeping it fresh. The butter bell dish is a great invention that provides a perfect way to keep butter in a unique and attractive container. It is best used with real butter, either salted or unsalted, and not recommended for long-term storage of other spreads such as margarine, cream cheese, or nut butters. The butter bell dish is easy to use, and all you have to do is soften butter, mold it into the lid, add a touch of cold water to the base of the crock, and youre good to go. The dish is also a great presentation piece and takes up less space than a traditional butter dish.