Sarah Ryan

When I first purchased cake flour, I thought it was a gimmick. I figured it was relabelled all-purpose at a slightly higher price and would work exactly the same. However, I was wrong! Cake flour is more finely milled and has a lower protein content than all-purpose flour or bread flour, which creates a softer, more delicate texture in the finished cake. But what if you don’t have any cake flour on hand? Don’t worry! Here are [...]

Traveling around Asia and some parts of Europe, it is common to see people on the side of the road with giant, hot pans toasting these black seeds. Sunflower seeds! The smell is amazing, and they make a delicious snack to have with beer. Little did I know that these seeds could also make sunflower seed butter and sunflower seed flour. However, the flour can be hard to come by, so you might need a more readily available [...]

Duck fat is not as widely used as it used to be, probably due to refined oils' rise in popularity and affordability. And it is a shame! Duck fat has a unique flavor that works in synergy with so many delicious dishes, like gravy, french fries or anything potato!  However, it can be expensive, hard to come by, and it is animal-based, so there are many reasons you might need a substitute. So, here are the best [...]

Macadamia oil is one of my kitchen pantry favorites. I love the nutty flavor profiles and the rich, buttery texture it adds to dishes. But sometimes, I need a substitution for this oil due to its cost (it can be expensive!) or availability. Fortunately, there are several alternatives that can be used as macadamia oil substitutes in any situation! They are: Let’s look at when is the best occasion to use each [...]

Whole wheat flour refers to flour processed from the entire kernel of wheat. It is a type of flour high in fiber and protein, making it an excellent choice for baking and cooking if you want a bit more nutrition but still need the rise and structure that gluten gives to baking.  If you have run out of whole wheat, you are in luck, as it is very easy to substitute with other flours! Here are 7 of the best [...]

Palm kernel oil is not one of the most common ingredients in home cooking, it is more likely to be used in the commercial production of packaged foods and cosmetics, so when you are looking for a substitute, we don’t blame you for being confused! In order to know the best alternative for oil, you need to know a bit more about the oil itself. But in the meantime, to help out, here are five of the best palm kernel oil [...]