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Can you substitute Crisco for oil?

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You can use butter instead, although you really won't get the same texture as you'd get using Crisco. Oil does not work in Irish Soda Bread. You could try searching for an Irish Soda Bread recipe that doesn't include Crisco.

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Yes, for baking purposes, solid shortening can be melted and used as a substitute for vegetable oil.

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Yes, you can. The measurement will be the same 1/2 cup of oil is the same as 1/2 cup of melted butter or crisco.

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