How To Make Pot Butter

WIth this recipe, marijuana can be infused into regular butter so that you can eat it instead of smoking and still get the same benefits from the THC. Many people need to take marijuana for medicinal purposes, but do not enjoy some of the side effects of burning and inhaling the herb, such as coughing and sore throat. Smoke is a known irritant, and can be especially harsh for people with sensitive respiratory systems.http://www.niehs.nih.gov/health/topics/conditions/asthma/smoke.cfm Pot butter is a viable alternative to smoking, as it utilizes marijuana in an edible form so that no burning is required (the buds only need to be heated to release the THC). The butter can be used to make cannabis brownies, cookies and cakes, or you can just spread it onto toast.

If you want to experience the effects of eating marijuana, the recipe below can help you turn your weed into edible goodness. You can use shake if you don't want to waste expensive buds, and even cheap varieties of weed will work just fine. Pot butter is extremely versatile, and can be used to replace regular butter in just about any recipe. Just follow the instructions in the this guide on how to make pot butter.http://www.drugs-plaza.com/marijuana/eating.htm

You will need:

1. 1/4 ounce marijuana
2. 2 sticks (1 cup) butter
3. A grinder (such as a small coffee grinder)
4. A double boiler (or a large and a small pot)
5. A fine wire-mesh strainer
6. A bowl

The variety of marijuana you choose to use is entirely up to you. It is not necessary to use the mot expensive buds, and some would say that to use the top shelf stuff would be a waste when used in recipes. Many people use shake for making pot butter, as it can be far less expensive while still retaining enough potency to do the job.

1. Finely grind your weed
2. Add water to the bottom of your double boiler, or your large pot
3. Bring to a boil
4. Place butter in top of boiler, or in small pot
5. Melt butter
6. Add pot
7. Simmer for 30-60 minutes (longer for higher potency)
8. Pour into strainer, over bowl
9. Squeeze liquid through
10. Let cool in refrigerator

Keep in mind when cooking your pot butter that the mixture has a very distinctive odor. If there is anyone in the house (or very close to the house) who may be disapproving of the use of marijuana (particularly if you do not possess a legal medical marijuana card), you may want to hold off until you have a bit more privacy.

The serving size depends on your tolerance, and how much of the effect you want to feel. It is best to start with about a tablespoon, spread on a cracker, toast or other baked good. If you don't feel much after an hour and a half, eat some more. With trial and error, you will learn how much pot butter you need. Keep in mind that the full effect can take an hour or more to kick in, and the buzz can last far longer than with smoking--up to 6 hours in some cases.http://www.drugs-plaza.com/marijuana/eating.htm

Once you know what the proper dosage is for you, you may begin to experiment with your pot butter in recipes. Classics are brownies, fudge, Rice Krispie treats and chocolate chip cookies. You don't need to limit yourself to sweet baked goods, however. Pot butter can be used in any recipe that calls for regular butter, including gravy, Alfredo sauce, macaroni and cheese, and many other savory dishes.

The content in this page is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Please contact your doctor before using the information presented here.