You can substitute 1 cup minus 2 TBSP. of Canola or other oil for 1
cup of shortening, and that includes coconut oil, which is a healthy
substitution. Of course, you can also substitute 2 sticks of
unsalted butter, and I often substitute 1 stick of butter and 1 half
cup minus 1 TBSP. of oil for the shortening called for in a recipe
(which yields results in terms of texture that are relatively close
to that achieved with the shortening).
You can also substitute lard, but I have been unable to find
non-hydrogenated lard.
If anyone knows where to find this, I am eager to locate it!
PennyAt 09:27 AM 9/16/2010, you wrote:
Hi, all,
I'm not a fan of shortening and want to avoid it at all costs. So
often, there are so many recipes that I'd love to try, but pass them
up because it calls for this ingredient.
So, I'm wondering if other ingredients can be used in it's place;
something healthier. Also, if there are substitutions, should
certain ones be used in specific recipes?
Thanks,
Lynda
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