Cooking Oils 101

Stumped by which oil to use when frying, sautéing, baking, and more?  Check out our guide to common cooking oils.

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Vegetable Oil

Vegetable oil, a mixture of corn, safflower, and canola oils, is a great all-purpose oil with a neutral flavor.  It has a high smoke point, so it's good for frying.  Vegetable oil is perfect for baking too, and keeps muffins, cakes, and more from drying out.

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