Ingredient substitution guide

Missing something? Try a replacement

Updated November 2, 2012

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Ingredient substitution guide
Missing something? Try a replacement

By Denise Foote
First published in Chatelaine.com's December 2002 issue.
© Rogers Publishing Ltd.

Want to whip up your favourite chocolate-chip cookies but out of butter? Check our charts to find next best options for butter and more.

Please note Use these suggestions only in a pinch--substitutions can alter flavour, texture and colour.

Pick a food category:

Baking

Condiments

Dairy

Fats

Fruits + veggies

Grains + nuts

Seasonings + spices

Spirits


		Intro
		Baking
		Condiments
		Dairy
		Fats
		Fruits + veggies
		Grains + nuts
		Seasonings + spices
		Spirits


		Know your best-before dates


		1000+ recipes in our Recipe File


		Share your secrets in our Food + recipes forum

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