Abbreviations for Customary Volume Measurements tsp. = teaspoon Tbsp. = Tablespoon fl. oz. = fluid ounce cup pt. = pint qt. = quart gal. = gallon.

Abbreviations for Customary Volume Measurementstsp. = teaspoonTbsp. = Tablespoonfl. oz. = fluid ouncecup pt. = pintqt. = quartgal. = gallon

Abbreviations for Metric Volume MeasurementsmLL

By what customary units are both volume and weight measured?oz. = ounces

Clear Glass/Plastic Measuring Cup vs. Dry Measuring Cup for LiquidsYou can see the line of measurement for

accuracyGet at eye level of the liquid

Coffee Cups should Not be used to Measure LiquidsA coffee cup is not a standard 8 oz. measure

Do Not Pour an Ingredient into a Measuring Utensil over the Ingredient BowlThe measuring spoon or cup may be

overfilled and too much of the ingredient would be in the recipe

Measuring Thick Liquids - HoneyCoat the measuring cup or spoon with

cooking spray or with a bit of cooking oil so that the honey all comes out

How do you Measure Amounts Smaller than your Measuring Utensil?Fill and level the smallest spoonDivide in the spoon to mark off the amount

neededRemove the extra

Ensure Accurate Measurement of Dry IngredientsUse the correct measuring cup sizeFill the cup above the brimLevel off the ingredient with the straight

edge of a knife or spatula

Do Not Shake Flour Measuring CupShaking the cup may pack down the flour,

providing more than is called for in the recipe

Method to Measure Brown SugarPress the brown sugar down firmly in the

measuring cup, then level off the top

Types of Recipes Easily AdjustedCertain recipes can easily be changed for

different quantities of people without changing the outcome of the recipe:Mixtures of food – such as stews, salads,

casseroles, and stir-fry

Why is it difficult to adjust the recipes for certain baked products?The cooking time is often dependent on the

size of the pan, adjusting the total recipe to make a larger or smaller amount can be complicated

What does a Meat Thermometer do?It measures the internal temperature of meat

and poultry.It also indicates the recommended final

temperature for a variety of meats/poultry

Kitchen ScaleMeasures ingredients by weight(great for shredded cheese)