For the best flavor and texture, be sure to use the exact type of shortening — butter, margarine or vegetable shortening — called for in each recipe. Substituting one type for another could change the taste or the texture of your finished product. Do not use vegetable oil spreads, diet, “lite”, soft, whipped, or liquid versions of butter or margarine. These products may also give you unsatisfactory results.
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