How to Measure

How to Measure

1. measuring spoons typically come in 4 sizes; tablespoon, teaspoon, 1/2 teaspoon, 1/4 teaspoon

2. measuring cups are used to measure solid ingredients

3. measuring pitchers are used to measure liquid materials

4. 3 teaspoons=1 tablespoon

5. 4 tablespoons=1/4 cup

6. to measure a dry ingredient dip in the spoon and level it off with the back of a knife

7. to measure a liquid hold spoon level and pour until the spoon if completely full

8. flour needs to be stirred before being measured

9. always follow a recipe the way it is written the first time

10. if recipe calls for sifted flour sift into bowl first

11. put measuring cup on flat surface and get to eye level to measure liquids