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 
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)- 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
