Lard



Nutrition Facts*

Based on a 2000 calorie diet per serving
Serving size: 1 c. (205g)
DV %

92.5
--
0
0
315.4
64.9
0
0


Calories: 1849.1
Total Sugars: 0g
Carb.: 0g
Fiber: 0g
Total Fats: 205g
Cholesterol: 194.8mg
Protein: 0g
Sodium: 0mg
*Data provided by USDA

A white, soft semisolid obtained by rendering the fat of the hog.


Lard is often found in recipes that also contain beef stock, cornmeal, yeast, black beans and tortillas


Substitution for 1/4 cup lard:

1/4 cup vegetable shortening

This works mainly for baking, but not frying.

Note: Substitutions are a suggestion only and may not work well with all recipes. Use your best judgment!

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