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Crisco was initially, and still is, used as an alternative to regular shortenings such as butter and lard. A recipe calling for Crisco in baking should respond perfectly well to the use of identical quantities of butter, which will also give an excellent flavour.
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What is crisco in baking?
Brand name for solid vegetable shortening.
What is a criscoed tin?
A baking pan that has been greased. Crisco shortening and a tin is I believe an English term for a baking pan.
What is the best substitution for third class flour?
For baking.
Where can you buy butter flavored crisco?
In the baking goods section of any decent grocery store.
What is an antonomasy?
An antonomasy is an alternative name for an antonomasia, a substitution of an epithet or title in place of a proper noun.
Can you get sick using outdated crisco with baking?
yes. for that matter you can get sick using fresh shortening. use butter.
Can you substitute Crisco for oil?
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.
Can Crisco instead of lard for seasoning cast iron?
Yes, solid Crisco can be used. Not Crisco oil.
What can you use instead of crisco oil in baking brownies?
Butter or margarine can be used instead, adding a couple of extra tablespoons per cup of shortening called for in a recipe.
How do I make baking powder using cornstarch and baking soda?
The proper substitution for baking powder is half baking soda and half cream of tartar. They both have leavening properties. If you don't have cream of tartar available, I guess I would go toward 2/3 - 3/4 baking soda and the rest cornstarch.
What happens if you forget to put baking powder in dumplings?
they will not rise well by baking or frying, other alternative is to mash the ingredients well
Can crisco be use for vegetable oil in baking?
You can safely substitute liquid oil for solid shortening in baking ONLY if the recipe calls for the shortening to be melted first. You can substitute butter or margarine for shortening ( 1 cup + 2 Tbsp for each cup of shortening). You can also substitute 1/2 cup applesauce or prune puree for each cup of shortening.
