Juliana Tamayo

Juliana has a BA in Journalism and Creative Writing as well as a M.S. in Nutrition, Dietetics, and Sensory Sciences. She loves traveling, trying new foods, and cooking. When she isn’t busy working, you can find her running with her dog Milo or reading a book in the sun.

evaporated milk

6 Best Equally Delicious Evaporated Milk Substitutes You Should Know

Evaporated milk, sounds a bit weird, right? Well, we’ve all been there, about ready to start cooking, and then we realize there is this one ingredient we missed in the list – evaporated milk. Since it is easy to use and comes in a can, many have it handy in their pantry for constant use, …

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Hoisin Sauce

5 Best Flavorful Hoisin Sauce Substitutes For Your Recipes

Hoisin sauce is a popular ingredient in Asian dishes, sometimes regarded as the ideal glaze for meat dishes. It is also commonly added to marinades and soups. Some people love the sweetness and use it in other cuisines. But if you can’t find any hoisin, your dish doesn’t have to suffer if you know what …

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parchment paper

5 Handy and Cheap Parchment Paper Substitutes for Every Occasion

Now that everyone is cooking and baking more than ever, parchment paper sales are off the charts. While many use parchment paper for baking purposes, there are moments when it becomes extremely necessary but unavailable. What can you do if your grocery store is running low of it? Other kitchen tools can save the day …

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bread crumbs

Top 7 Tasty and Easy-To-Use Bread Crumbs Substitutes For Your Recipes

Breadcrumbs are used in so many dishes that they are often found in most kitchen pantries. If you like meatballs, fried calamari, or chicken nuggets, then you surely have used breadcrumbs before. While they are widespread, there are many reasons why people may want to use another ingredient, including health reasons, or even allergies.  Some …

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canola oil

5 Versatile and Healthy Canola Oil Substitutes That Will Become Your Next Favorite

If you have cooked with canola oil, before then you surely know that this is a relatively healthy oil. It is versatile, has a mild to low flavor, and can withstand high heat. This is why canola oil is often the first ingredient in any dish. However, there are occasions when you may need an …

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watercress

Top 5 Healthy and Unique Substitutes For Watercress That Make A Great Side Dish

Watercress is a healthy and flavorful leafy green often used in salads, soups, and even smoothies. You may have not tried cooking with it, but it is full of vitamins and minerals and has become very popular lately. There are times though when getting fresh produce can be very hard, and if you can’t find …

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molasses substitute

Top 5 Flavorful and Rich Molasses Substitutes For Your Baking and Cooking

Molasses is a popular option if you are looking to use a sugar that is less refined and very rich. It has been used in making cookies, such as gingerbread, or in cakes and desserts, like pumpkin pie. You can also find molasses in some cocktails and even in sauces, like BBQ and glazes.  Before …

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shallots

Top 5 Substitutes For Shallots That Are Healthy and Savory

Cooking with shallots isn’t for everyone, as not all enjoy its pungent smell and taste. If you have made a French stew, then you are familiar with shallots. This type of onions is also used in soups and salads and sometimes used in making sauces and vinaigrettes, too. If onions are not your favorite, shallots …

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