Seasoning Substitutions: Swaps and Stand-ins for Sweet or Savory Condiments and Flavorings

Packed with suggestions and recipes Seasoning Substitutions is a veritable treasure trove destined to save the busy cook both time and money. Improvising can save a savvy cook not only time and money but unnecessary trips to the grocery store. With Seasoning Substitutions youll find alternatives and facsimiles for condiments from around the world enabling you to optimize your choices by cooking with whats on hand (or less expensive). Making emergency substitutions or ethnic dishes has never been easier let alone the money youll save the waste youll avoid and the sense of accomplishment youll relish.This practical A to Z handbook will show you how toCreate replicas of commercial productsMake emergency substitutions for everyday itemsProduce low-fat low-sugar or low-salt alternatives to your favorite dishesConvert dozens of recipes into gluten-free lactose-free or vegan versionsUnderstand the differences between various kinds of vinegar oils sauces and sweetenersTry new recipes without investing in a one-time needless expenditureUse everyday ingredients in place of hard-to-obtain exotic onesEmbark on a culinary adventure without blowing your food budget