Ingredient Substitutes & Simple Recipes.
Cook more at home—keep it simple.

Cook more at home—with less stress. Find smart substitutes when you’re out, skim quick ingredient guides for flavor and uses, and make flavor-packed, simple recipes with built-in swap tips.

Ingredient Substitutes

Missing an ingredient? Find the best 1:1 swaps, when to use them, and what to avoid—plus quick ratios for baking, sauces, and everyday cooking. Browse herbs & spices, cheeses, sauces, and pantry staples.

8 Decadent Half And Half Substitute Options

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Evaporated Milk Substitute (Top 9 Choices)

butter substitute in mashed potatoes: 9 Best Options

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11 Best Canola Oil Substitute Options You Can Use.

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Hi, I’m Natalia. You’ll find smart ingredient substitutes and simple, flavorful recipes so you can keep cooking without a store run. I also write quick ingredient guides that explain flavor, uses, and storage—plus when a swap will (or won’t) work.

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Ingredient Guides

Learn how ingredients taste, how to use and store them, and which substitutes actually work. Explore taste guides, comparisons (X vs. Y), safety and storage tips, and recipe ideas.

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Simple Recipes

Looking for simple recipes you can actually make tonight? You’ll find quick, flexible dishes for everyday cooking—most ready in 30 minutes, many one-pan. Every recipe includes smart substitute tips so you can cook with what you have and still get great flavor.