What does the cryptic crossword clue "Did butter and spread food pastes (4-6)" mean?

The definition is "Did butter". The wordplay uses an anagram. anagram of FOOD + PASTES = SOFTSOAPED; definition: "Did butter" The answer is SOFTSOAPED.

Did butter and spread food pastes (4-6)

Guardian Cryptic #27910 | 8 Down | 2019-08-27 flower

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