via Bear All Things

The following is an excerpt out of Real Simple’s 2011 get-it-together handbook: food prep made easier: 

• Lemon : fresh lime juice or half the amount of white or red wine vinegar
• Fresh Basil :fresh mint (slightly less) or fresh cilantro
• Dry Bread Crumbs: crushed crackers crumbs, cornflakes, or croutons
• Chili Powder (1tsp): 1/2 tsp dried oregano, 1/4 tsp dried cumin, and a dash of bottled hot sauce
• Kosher Salt: 1/2 -3/4 the amount in table salt
• Fresh Cilantro: fresh flat-leaf parsley
• Cheddar: Colby, Monterrey Jack, or American
• Fresh Herbs: 1/3 the amount in dried
• Nutmeg:cinnamon, ginger, or allspice (for sweet recipes, not savory)
• Buttermilk:1 Tblsp lemon juice (or vinegar), plus enough milk to equal 1 cup; let stand for 5 min. 
• Parmesan:pecornino or Asiago cheese