Homemade Ghee

medium saucepan, preferably one with a heavy bottom

large spoon to stir

fine meshed sieve

Several layers of cheesecloth to line your sieve

large bowl or measuring cup to receive the ghee (preferably one that has a pouring spout)

or two 16oz (1 pint) mason type glass jar to store your ghee in

or 2 pounds of the best quality UNSALTED butter you can get your hands on* (see note)