Uses for Canned PumpkinThis is a page about uses for canned pumpkin. Canned pumpkin can be used in a variety of recipes in its own right or as a substitute for other ingredients such as oil.
Substitution for Baking Soda?If a recipe calls for baking soda can I use baking powder instead?
Alternative for Unsweetened Kool-Aid Powder in Recipes?I am trying to find a dry powder flavor replacement for unsweetened Kool Aid in my recipe mixes. They need to have a dry powder flavor component like the Kool Aid flavors because I make these mixes and then store them in the pantry.
Syrup Alternatives for PancakesThere are a variety of delicious ways to top pancakes or waffles. This page contains syrup alternatives for pancakes.
Substitutes For Corn SyrupMany recipes call for corn syrup, which is not generally available outside the U.S. Honey, golden syrup and light molasses are a few suggested substitutions but there are many more. This page contains substitutes for corn syrup.
Substituting Splenda for Sugar?I have a microwave recipe for cashew brittle and was wondering if I can use Splenda instead of sugar.
Substituting Light for Dark Brown Sugar?I was wondering if you can use light brown sugar instead of dark brown sugar for a recipe I found for toffee muffins. Thanks for your help.
Healthy Substitutes for Cream of Mushroom SoupThis page contains healthy substitutes for cream of mushroom soup. This soup is listed in many recipes for casseroles, soups and sauces.
Substitutes For Whipped CreamThis page is about substitutes for whipped cream. Sometimes whipped cream needs to be substituted for dietary reasons.
Using Club Soda in Baking?What is the trick for using club soda in baking cakes in place of oils or fats?
Substitutions For BaconThis is a page about substitutions for bacon. There are a number of substitutes you can use for bacon in your recipes.
When to Use Shortening?When a recipe calls for shortening in cookies, bars, cake, etc., how do you know if they really mean shortening, as in Crisco, or if butter can be used?
Substitute for Marsala in Recipes?What wine can I substitute for marsala wine to cook with?
Substitutes for Shortening in Recipes?So many recipes indicate "shortening" in the ingredients. Unless the recipe specifically calls for butter or margarine, does this literally mean Crisco? Can I use butter instead?
Substitute Salad Dressing for Missing IngredientsI had all the yummy ingredients for stir fry, chicken, surimi, fresh, steam-able and canned veggies, bean sprouts; the works. However, I didn't have any Asian or soy sauce.
Using Sea Salt to Make Pickles? I mistakenly bought sea salt instead of pickling salt, to make pickles. Can I use it for pickles?
Substitutions for Wine in RecipesAlthough many recipes call for wine, substitutions can easily be made without affecting the flavor of the finished dish. This is a page about substitutions for wine in recipes.
Substitute for Sherry Vinegar?What can I substitute for sherry vinegar for making vinaigrette?
Substituting Butter or Oil for Shortening?I am using gluten free Bisquick to make biscuits and it calls for 1/3 cup of shortening. Can I substitute butter or oil instead and if so what would be the equivalent measure?
Changing Yellow Cake Mix to Chocolate?I have a yellow cake mix that I want to make into chocolate. Can I add a couple of tablespoons of Hershey's unsweetened cocoa mix to the batter?
Substituting Canned Carrots for Fresh?If a recipe calls for 1 3/4 pounds carrots and I am using canned carrots how many cans should I use?
What Can I Substitute for White Wine in a Recipe?What is a substitute for white wine in a recipe?
Substituting Tomato Sauce for Tomato Juice in Recipes?A 7 oz can tomato sauce equals how much tomato juice?
Substitute Lemon Juice for VinegarIf you are allergic to vinegar, substitute it with lemon juice
Substitute Mayo for Egg in BakingWhen you are short one egg for a cake mix calling for 2 eggs, use 2 tablespoons of mayonnaise, you will never know the difference.
Using Creamer as a Substitute for MilkUse original flavored coffee creamer instead of milk for baking and cooking. I use original creamer in place of milk when making pancakes, baking, or making mac and cheese. It's cheaper, more convenient, and tastes better.
Substitute for Cardamom?Is there a substitute for cardamom?
Substituting Shortening for Margarine?Will using Crisco butter flavor shortening make the recipe taste different if the recipe asks for margarine?
Substitute Ham for Canadian BaconInstead of using sliced Canadian bacon in recipes, especially pizza, use lean, thinly sliced ham instead. It is much cheaper and you are more likely to have it on hand!
Substituting Skim for 2% Milk in a Recipe?I have a recipe that calls for 2% milk. I only have skim milk. What do I do?
Replacing Sugar with Molasses?How much molasses would you use to replace two tablespoons of sugar?
Substituting Cranberry Sauce for Fresh or Frozen Berries in Breads?Can I substitute cranberry sauce in sweet bread recipes calling for fresh or frozen cranberries?
Can I Substitute Tomato Juice for Tomato Sauce in Recipes?I need a lot of tomato sauce for my OAMC (once a month cooking) sessions and I have tons of tomato juice and V8. Can I use this instead of tomato sauce (which I'd have to buy)? I know the V8 has more flavor and it's fine with me. I am thinking about the consistency.
Substitutes for Gruyere Cheese?What can I substitute for Gruyere cheese?
Substituting Butter for Shortening When Baking?Can butter be substituted for shortening in a sweet bread recipe?
Recipe Adjustments When Using a Smaller Sized Pan?If a recipe is for a 9 x 13 pan, how much would you scale down the ingredient amounts (and time and/or temperature) for an 8 x 8 pan?
Use Lemon Juice in Salad DressingsOut of salad dressing and vinegar, too? Just substitute lemon juice for the vinegar and mix with olive or vegetable oil and add your favorite herbs and/or spices :-)
Substitute for Candied Fruit Peel in Recipe?I am going to make green tomato mincemeat this year as I do most years, however the recipe calls for chopped candied fruit peel which I absolutely detest. In previous years I have just left it out.
Substitutions for Crisco?Can you substitute canola oil for Crisco? This is for a flat bread recipe.
Vanilla Extract Substitute?What is a substitute for vanilla?
Substituting Arrowroot for Cornstarch?My son has a corn allergy. An allergy site says to substitute arrowroot for cornstarch in recipes. Are the measurements the same for both? Hope someone can help, he's missing his oriental food something fierce.
Substituting Yellow Squash for Zucchini?We are going to have an over abundance of yellow summer squash. I am assuming it can be substituted in any recipe calling for zucchini, is that true?
Alternatives to Sugar in Recipes?I have a craving for something sweet but also am trying to watch what I eat. I know in the past I have seen recipes for baked goods that replace all or part of the sugar with something else, but I can't remember what it is.
Substituting Dried Lemon Peel for Fresh?Can you substitute dried lemon/orange peel for fresh? If so, what would be the measurements? Thank you.
No-Carb Flour Alternative?Instead of flour is there another product that I can grind and use to make bread that has no carbs?
Substituting Parchment Paper for Wax Paper?Can I substitute parchment paper for wax paper in a baking recipe?
Vegan Substitute for Cottage Cheese?I am vegan and have some recipes that calls for cottage cheese. Do you know how to substitute cottage cheese? Thanks.
Substituting Normal Oats for Quick Oats in Baking Recipes?Can I use ordinary rolled oats in a baking recipe (muffins) instead of quick oats? And if I can, do I use the same amount that is being asked for in the recipe?
Using Butter Instead of Whipped Butter?Can I use ordinary butter instead of whipped butter in a recipe?
Substitute for Boone's Farm Apple Wine?Has anyone found a substitute for Boone's Farm Apple wine to use in recipes for cooking?
Substitute for Consomme?I've used consomme, but I'm looking for a less expensive substitute. I've tried substituting beef broth, but it's just not the same. Consomme seems to be thicker, like maybe having gelatin in it. Has anyone successfully substituted something in place of consomme in recipes?
Substitute for Olive Oil?Everywhere I look for healthy diets and healthy fats its olive oil this and olive oil that. Well olive oil, even the smell of it, literally makes me ill. Is there any not too drastically expensive substitute for olive oil that has somewhat the same benefits?
Using Oil in Pie Dough?Can I use oil in place of shortening in pie dough?
What is Hamburger Helper?I read many recipes which mention Hamburger Helper. We don't have it here in Australia, and often there are things mentioned which I have no idea as to what they mean. Could you tell me what this is please? I've had Bisquick answered, so now I'm trying this one.
Substitute Almond Flour in BakingI love to bake but I am doing low carb so I have tried to find a good alternative to white flour. I tried soy but did not like the texture. Recently I tried almond flour which usually isn't on the grocery shelf so I grind up whole almonds in my blender.
Celery SubstituteSubstitute chopped cabbage (for the crunch) and add some celery seed or salt (for the flavor)!
Non-Soy Substitute for Soy Milk?Is there such a thing as a non-soy substitute for soy milk?
What Is Anso Sauce? What is Anso sauce? i have a recipe for a marinade for pork ribs. One of the ingredients is Anso sauce. I haven't a clue what it is. It's obviously something you can get in the U.S. and not available here in Malta.
Albumin Powder Instead of Egg Whites?When a recipe calls for only the EGG WHITES can Albumin powder be used instead. If so, how much water is added to the powder to reconstitute it? Can the powder be added to the dry ingredients and the water to the liquids? Any info about albumin powder will be appreciated.
Using Extracts Instead of Juices?Is it OK to use extracts instead of juices or seeds? I'm thinking like orange/lemon juice vs. orange/lemon extracts. If it is possible, how much do you use per tsp. of juice?
Using Vegetable Oil Instead of Corn Oil?Can you use vegetable oil if you have no corn oil?
Substitute for Brandy?I need a substitution for brandy.
Substitution For Non-Dairy Creamer?Have you read the ingredient list for non-dairy powdered creamer? Kinda scary. I love the price and the way it tastes and flavors my coffee, though. I am looking for a replacement that is just as creamy.
Substitute for Capers?Substitute for Capers. I am looking for a substitute for capers.
Substitution for Cream in Truffles?Could I substitute cream with something else while melting it with chocolate to reduce the calories if I were making truffles?
Substitute for Biscuit CutterIf you don't have a biscuit cutter, a ring from a canning jar will work just as well.
Using Small Marshmallows Instead of Large in a Recipe?How many miniature marshmallows does it take to equal 1 large marshmallow in a recipe?
Leaving Out or Substituting IngredientsWhen doing your holiday baking, and your recipe calls for, let's say raisins, for an example. You don't have to use raisins, in case you don't have any (no need to rush out to the grocery) or in case you don't like raisins, you can substitute chopped nuts, or chocolate chips or dried cranberries, etc...
Substitute for Rice CrispiesYou can make marshmallow treats with any kind of cold cereals you might have on hand, not just with crisped rice cereal.
Substitution for VanillaRecipe calls for vanilla and you don't have any? I use pancake syrup or Karo syrup in place of the vanilla. Works great, tastes great!
Lemons and Limes - Substitution and TipsYou can substitute 1/2 teaspoon of vinegar (any kind) for 1 teaspoon lemon or lime juice in any recipe. To get just a few drops from a lemon or lime, prick one end with a fork and squeeze. The fruit can be refrigerated and used again.
By Joesgirl
Tomato Soup Instead of SauceUse Tomato Soup in place of tomato sauce in meat dishes. I use the soup with slices of onion on top of burgers, pork chops and chicken for a tasty change of pace.
No Cheesecloth for Cheesecloth Bag When the recipe calls for tying up seasoning in cheesecloth bags and you don't have cheesecloth, use coffee filters and stitch them together or fold in a pkg. and staple shut. (Example: pickling spice in cooked chile sauce) Works great!
Ann P. Emond
Stretching EggsIf a recipe calls for 2 eggs, and you find you only have 1, you can use 2 Tablespoons of regular mayonnaise instead. This doesn't effect the taste at all.
By Linda
