Even though oil is often one of the key ingredients in cooking, it is also a source of high calories and cholesterol. It plays an important role in baking, it provides binding of the ingredients, keeps baked food moist, and it also prevents sticking of items, giving a good texture to food. Fortunately, there are many oil substitutes that can do the same things for you without the extra calories and fat, some even add an extra nutritional punch!
