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Ingredient Substitutions
If you don't have something you need to complete your recipe, there just might be something here you can substitute. Kitchen tricks and short cuts abound in this category.
2,105 Questions
Can nonfat dry milk be substituted for whey protein powder in baking?
Yes, but there will be differences.
Nonfat dry milk contains over 5-6 times as much lactose as whey protein powder. This will give a sweeter flavor to food. Also, the protein found in nonfat dry milk is only 20% whey protein. The other 80% protein is made up of casein, and will give a much different texture if the food is acidic.
Is a caper and an olive the same thing?
No. Olives are fruits with pits usually put in martinis or pizza. Capers look like peas but taste like salt.
I am making chicken marsala What is the best sherry you should use?
Chicken Marsala is traditionally made with Marsala Wine. But If you want to use Sherry wine. Buy the best one you can afford, the same for the Marsala ( It's an Italian sweet wine ) I recommend trying the Marsala. I say always when cooking with wine use the best stuff you can afford. The better the wine the better the flavor.
Can you substitute sauternes or marsala wine for sherry?
No, because sauternes is a sweet white wine, while marsala and sherry are red and can be dry.
What is the function of unsalted butter?
Either salted or unsalted butter may be used in most recipes. The amount of salt in the recipe will need to be adjusted or even eliminated when using salted butter.
What is a substitute for a shallot?
A substitute for a shallot might be a combination of onion and garlic, approximately 2/3 onion and 1/3 garlic. For example: For one shallot clove substitute 2/3 teaspoon very finely minced onion and 1/3 teaspoon very finely minced garlic.
What is shelf life of non-dairy creamer?
Generally it is recommended that liquid non-dairy creamers be consumed within 14 days of opening the product. Found this on wisegeek.com.
Could you use nescafe instead of cocoa powder?
Not really. Nescafe is ground coffee powder, not cocoa powder.
What does scalded milk do for a recipe?
Most likely the recipe has yeast in it. Keeping the ingredients warm helps the yeast work. For other things, it would help the milk to blend with the other ingredients if there is shortening in the mix the milk is added to.
Can you substitute orange flower water for orange oil?
NO! dont do it, it is a common mistake and it ruins everything
Can you substitute chocolate chips for almond bark?
It depends on what you are substituting them IN. Remember, when you are baking, you are actually creating a chemical reaction between the ingredients in the pan. If you are substituting added whole ingredients, try to replace the same amount of what you are nixing, ratio matters!
It's generally not a wise idea to substitute liquids or powdered ingredients when baking unless you have time to experiment with several batches.
The short answer is: yes! Experiment away! That's the fun of baking!
Can you eat cereal with Carnation milk?
Yes you can use any type of milk on cereal. You would add water to evaporated milk to give it the thinner consistency of fresh milk, but it will taste different.
Can you use frozen strawberries in a pie recipe that calls for fresh strawberries?
You may use the frozen strawberries, but you should at least let them thaw if that wasn't already common sense. The only difference should be that the frozen strawberries will not taste as good as fresh ones.
How many tablespoons lemon zest do you get from 1 medium lemon?
about 2 American teaspoons will equal the zest of an entire lemon (there are 3 teaspoons to a tablespoon)
Can you use cocoa powder in a recipe that calls for semi sweet chocolate?
It may be okay...depending on the recipie. Say you're making chocolate icing. It would probably be fine...but just to be sure you should test it first. Use a small amount of each ingredient, taste it and make sure it tastes allright. In my opinion, making something like chocolate cookies, you would probably have to use semi sweet chocolate {if it was called for, as asked} or the recipie wouldn't turn out right.
Does almond extract induce labor?
NO ALMOND EXTRACT DOES'NT INDUCE LABOR. I AM A SCIENTIST & RESEARCHING UPON AGRICULTURE & SURELY SAY THAT ALMOND EXTRACT DOES'NT INDUCE LABOR & IF U NEED THE ANSWER TO BE ELEBORATED MORE THEN WRITE ELABORATE WITH YOUR QUESTION. I WILL GIVE U THE ANSWER AGAIN.
Does Whole Grain Mustard equal Ground Mustard when Measuring?
Actually a half cup of whole grain mustard (seeds) is equal to a half cup, plus two table spoons of ground mustard. If your recipe calls for mustard seeds and you are using ground, it seems you can add a little more of the ground mustard. To be safe, I would add the same amount first and then add to taste.
What wine can substitute for madeira in a recipe?
You can substitue any kind of sherry for madeira (both are fortified wines). I personally like Golden Cream.
What can you use instead of fennel?
Fennel has the flavor of aniseed. Therefore aniseed, tarragon, Pernod or Pastis will all substitute.
What happens if you cook a ready meal and remove instead of pierce the film?
The steam is released.
The steam helps to cook the food by steaming it, so removing rather than piercing will mean the food will take longer to cook through.
The reason we have to pierce the film is because the steam can build up and cause the food to pop.
What animals are used for livestock in Mexico City?
Several animals are used for livestock in Mexico City. Pigs, Goats, Cattle, Chickens, Sheep, and various other poultries, such as ducks and turkey, can all be found.
How much lemon juice do you use to replace 1 tablespoon of grated lemon?
For a teaspoon of lemon zest use 1/2 teaspoon lemon extract OR 2 tablespoons lemon juice
