IN A PINCH

Apple Pie Spice

• For 1 teaspoon, combine 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon, 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg, and 1/8 teaspoon cardamom

Baking Powder

• Mix 1/4 teaspoon baking soda and 3/4 teaspoon cream of tartar for each teaspoon needed

Balsamic Vinegar

• Use equal amounts of either sherry vinegar or cider vinegar

Brown Sugar

• To make 1 cup (firmly packed), combine 1 cup granulated sugar with 1/4 cup of molasses

Buttermilk

• To make one cup, pour 1 tablespoon lemon juice into a 1 cup measure then fill with milk to make 1 cup. Let stand at least five minutes.
• 1 cup plain yogurt

Cajun Seasoning

• For 1 tablespoon, combine 1/2 teaspoon white pepper, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/2 teaspoon onion powder, 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper, 1/2 teaspoon paprika, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Cake Flour

• For 1 cup, use 1 cup MINUS 2 tablespoons of all-purpose flour

Cornstarch (for thickening)

• For one tablespoon, substitute 2 tablespoons of flour

Corn Syrup

• To make 1 cup, mix 1 1/4 white sugar with 1/3 cup of water
• Substitute equal amount of honey
• Substitute equal amounts of maple-flavored syrup

Dry Mustard

• Substitute 1 tablespoon prepared mustard for 1 teaspoon of dry mustard

Fresh Herbs

• A general rule is 1 teaspoon of dried herbs equals 1 tablespoon of fresh herbs

Garlic (fresh)

• 1 clove of garlic is equal to about 1/8 teaspoon of garlic powder

Granulated Sugar

• To use powdered sugar, multiply the amount of granulated sugar you need by 1.75

Italian Seasoning

• 1 teaspoon basil, 1 teaspoon parsley, and 1/2 teaspoon oregano

Ketchup (for cooking purposes)

• To make 1 cup, blend together 1 cup tomato sauce, 1/2 cup sugar, and 2 tablespoons of vinegar

Marshmallows (mini)

• 1 cup of mini marshmallows is equal to 10 large marshmallows

Mascarpone Cheese

• Equal amounts of sour cream can be substituted

Pumpkin Pie Spice

• For 1 teaspoon, combine 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon, 1/4 teaspoon ginger, 1/8 teaspoon allspice, and 1/8 teaspoon nutmeg

Saffron

• Substitute equal amounts of turmeric

Self-Rising Flour

• To make 1 cup, blend 1 cup (minus 2 teaspoons) of all-purpose flour, 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder, and 1/2 teaspoon of salt

Sour Cream

•  Combine 1 cup cottage cheese, 2 tablespoons milk, and 1 teaspoon lemon juice in a blender.
• 1 cup yogurt plus 1 teaspoon baking soda (for baking)
• 1 cup evaporated milk plus 1 tablespoon lemon juice, mix and let stand for 5 min. (for cooked sauces)

Soy Sauce

• For each 1/2 cup of soy sauce needed, blend together 4 tablespoons worcestershire sauce and 1 tablespoon water

Tahini

• Substitute equal amounts of peanut butter

Tomato Juice

• For 1 cup, blend together 1/2 cup tomato sauce and 1/2 cup water

Tomato Sauce

• For 1 cup, mix together 1/2 cup tomato paste and 1/2 cup water

Tomato Soup

• In a pinch, make the equivalent of a 10 3/4 oz. can of soup by combining 1 cup tomato sauce and 1/4 cup water

Wine (for cooking ONLY  )

• For each cup needed, mix 13 tablespoons of water, 3 tablespoons lemon juice, and 1 tablespoon sugar
• Subtitute equal amounts of chicken or beef broth

Worcestershire Sauce

• Substitute steak sauce in equal amounts