Butter

Speed: Variable to High to Variable. Time: 15 to 20 seconds. Yield: 1 cup (240 mL). Add-ins: sun-dried tomatoes, herbs, honey and cinnamon.

1. Place the cream in the Vitamix container and secure the 2-part lid. Select VARIABLE, speed #1. Turn the machine ON and quickly increase the speed to #10, then to HIGH.
2. Run the machine until the mixture is thick and you hear a change in the sound of the machine. Stop. Scrape the sides of the container with a spatula and stir once into the center.
3. Reset the machine to VARIABLE, speed #5. Turn the machine ON for 5 seconds, stop and scrape the sides again. Repeat this procedure several times until you see the mixture start to flow easier and fluid appears.
4. Run for a few more seconds until solid butter sets up in the center of the container on top of the blades.
5. Place the butter in a fine strainer to drain. Remove the butter to a bowl and add salt (1/8 of a teaspoon at a time) to taste. Work the butter with a spatula to remove as much liquid as possible.