Technically, shortening is any type of fat used for baking that is solid at room temperature. The shortening available at grocery stores is usually made of hydrogenated vegetable oils. It's called ...

You have a big choice each time you cook or bake: which fat will you use? So far, we’ve poured out all of the need-to-know info about various types of oils, dished up the difference between margarine ...

A great pie starts with a great crust. One that is flaky, tender, golden brown, and just sturdy enough to hold the luscious filling. The secret is in the fat, and bakers have long debated whether ...