Answer:

Missing a certain ingredient? Check out these basic ingredient substitutions to see if you are able to substitute with other ingredients found in your kitchen. Your final product made with the substituted ingredient may differ slightly from the original food, but it will still be acceptable in flavor, texture and appearance.

Ingredient

Amount

Substitutes

Allspice

1 teaspoon

½ teaspoon cinnamon plus ½ teaspoon ground cloves

Apple Pie Spice

1 teaspoon

½ teaspoon cinnamon plus ¼ teaspoon nutmeg plus 1/8 teaspoon cardamom

Baking Powder, double-acting

1 teaspoon

¼ teaspoon baking soda plus 5/8 teaspoon cream of tartar

Barbeque Sauce

1 cup

¾ cup ketchup, 2 tablespoons mustard and 2 tablespoons brown sugar

Butter

1 cup

1 cup margarine (regular)

1 cup vegetable shortening (for baking)

An equal amount of oil can be substituted for a similar portion of melted butter if the recipe specifies using melted butter.