Cooking & Baking Tips: Healthy Fats, Grain Prep & Substitutes

Mastering the kitchen involves understanding healthy fat profiles, variety-specific grain preparation, and safe food handling techniques.

man baking vs. broiling in the oven

Broiling Vs. Baking

Dry heat is the secret behind broiling and baking, although each cooking method uses the heat in a slightly different way. While the two methods are similar and can cook several of the same foods, broiling and baking are not interchangeable.

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Try substituting oil for avocados or applesauce.

What Can You Substitute for Oil While Baking a Cake?

There are many reasons you might want to swap out oil when baking a cake. Trying to eat healthier? Did you run out of oil? If you’ve never substituted another ingredient for oil in a cake, give it a try — you may decide you like it better.

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Marinated chicken breasts

How to Bake Marinated Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts

Marinating chicken breasts tenderizes the meat and adds flavor. So how do you bake a marinated boneless skinless chicken breast? The key is to create a tasty marinade and baking the chicken in the oven until it reaches a minimum internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit.

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