To restore them for pennies, wipe off any dirt with a wet cloth, then pour a drop of vegetable oil on a dry cloth and rub over the shoes. The oil will condition the leather so it looks like new.

This process involves adding hydrogen to unsaturated fats—which are liquid at room temperature, such as vegetable oil—to make trans-fat, which is shelf-stable and solid and room temperature.

Vegetable oil is a handy and versatile ingredient to keep on hand in the kitchen. Whether you are using it as a frying oil ...

remaining 1/3 cup vegetable oil, potato starch, remaining 2½ teaspoons salt and pepper, and mix until everything is incorporated. Pour into prepared pan and bake until top is golden, 1 hour.

Pour olive oil in a bowl, and sprinkle in the creole seasoning, salt, paprika, oregano, thyme and a dash of balsamic vinegar. Stir and mix well. 2. Set all the cut vegetables (asparagus, red pepper, ...