6. Watch the first video on the Spruce Eats article on how to make clarified butter. What is the difference between stick butter and butter that has been clarified?

The main difference between stick butter and clarified butter is that clarified butter has had its milk solids removed, leaving only the butterfat. This process results in a butter with a higher smoke point and a cleaner flavor, making it ideal for cooking and frying at high temperatures. Stick butter, on the other hand, retains its milk solids and has a lower smoke point, making it more suitable for spreading on bread or using in recipes where the butter is not heated to high temperatures.