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Vegetable shortening recipes

A vegetarian alternative to lard, this is a solid fat made from hydrogenated vegetable oils. It can be substituted for other fats in cooking and is often used in baking and for basting meat.

Recipes using vegetable shortening

Main course

Light meals & snacks

Cakes and baking

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