Is canola oil the same as vegetable oil?

Canola and vegetable oils are both plant-based oils that are liquid at room temperature. They're both beneficial for heart health, and are commonly used in cooking and baking. Therefore, it may be difficult to determine which type of oil is the better option for you -- but subtle differences do exist. read more

Use vegetable oil or canola oil interchangeably in any recipe that calls for oil. If you use them in a recipe that calls for a solid fat, such as butter, replace each 1/4 cup of butter or shortening with 3 tablespoons of oil. read more