Paula Deen says there's no such thing as too much butter at the Kentucky Derby Paula Deen told Fox News Digital there's no such thing as too much butter while discussing her favorite Kentucky Derby traditions. NEW You can now listen to Fox News articles! Paula Deen says her favorite Kentucky Derby tradition has nothing to do with the food . With the Kentucky Derby set for Saturday, tens of thousands are flocking to Louisville to enjoy the horse race and the event's signature mint juleps, made