Monday, June 11, 2012

Substituting Agave Syrup for Sugar

    This article from She Knows Chef Mom had  alot of good info about agave syrup.  I found these guidelines for how to substitute agavenectar in your own recipes particularly helpful:

"Use about two-thirds cup of agave nectar for every one cup of sugar called for in recipes.

"Reduce the liquid ingredients in recipes by two-thirds, since agave nectar is liquid (and sugar is dry).

"Reduce your oven temperature by 25 degrees and increase baking time by a few minutes.

"In savory foods, such as sauces, dressings and beverages, substitute agave syrup for sugar in a 2:3 ratio. For example, if a recipe calls for one tablespoon (three teaspoons) of sugar, substitute two teaspoons agave syrup."

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