Few foods possess butter's power to inspire both rhapsodies and sermons. Whether it's considered the pinnacle of wholesomeness or the epitome of decadence, we celebrate the vital role this endlessly versatile ingredient plays in culinary cultures around the world. In the pages of SAVEUR, the global story of butter—from California to Brittany, Marrakech to Delhi—unfolds.

On March 13, editor-in-chief James Oseland joined the folks at The Today Show to discuss the lastest issue of SAVEUR and share recipes for classic dishes like asparagus with Hollandaise and sweet raspberry shortbread. To watch the entire segment, click here.

For step-by-step instructions on making these delicious recipes, and a complete listing of the other butter recipes found in this issue, click here.