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Crisco lists it's ingredients as hydrogenated cottonseed and soybean oils, mono- and diglycerides.
Check out the wiki site http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Crisco for the whole story on how it was first invented by proctor and gamble as a cheaper substitute to animal fats for making candles. It was the first all vegetable oil shortening but it was intended for making candles. When electricity became widely available the demand for candles was reduced and that's when they decided to sell it as shortening... to eat.
Crisco is a shortening made of vegetable oil, used for frying foods and baking. Crisco's ingredients consists of soybean oil, hydrogenated palm oil, partially hydrogenated soybean ad palm oils, mono and diglycerides, natural and artificial flavor, citrus acid and beta carotene for color.
Crisco is a shortening made of vegetable oil, used for frying foods and baking. Crisco's ingredients consists of soybean oil, hydrogenated palm oil, partially hydrogenated soybean ad palm oils, mono and diglycerides, natural and artificial flavor, citrus acid and beta carotene for color.
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Can Crisco instead of lard for seasoning cast iron?
Yes, solid Crisco can be used. Not Crisco oil.
Can a car run on crisco?
A specially modified diesel can run on Crisco.
Why is butter healthier then crisco?
Butter is more natural than Crisco is.
Does Crisco contain any real butter?
No, Crisco is made with vegitable fat but you can buy butter flavored Crisco.
Can crisco float in water?
As long as the can of Crisco is less dense than water it can
How many cups in a crisco stick?
1 stick of Crisco equals 1 cup.
What is the melting point of Crisco?
The melting point of Crisco is approximately 117 degrees Fahrenheit.
How much crisco equals 1 lb lard?
1lb crisco equals 1 lb lard
Can you use crisco to make brownies?
Yes, melted and cooled Crisco can be used in place of vegetable oil.
What can I use as a substitute for Crisco shortening in this recipe?
You can use butter or margarine as a substitute for Crisco shortening in this recipe.
When was Crisco first introduced?
Crisco was formally introduced in June 1911 as crystallized cottonseed oil. They wanted the name of the company to be "Cryst" but due to religious views the company name was changed to Crisco. It was not until 1960 when the company Crisco first introduced vegetable oil to the world.
How do you fold a Hippo?
with crisco.
