Heirloom Measurements from Grandma
By
Marcia McCance
@mmccance
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Fortunately my mother's recipes are usually much more modern than these measurements.... but it is very nice to know where to look when you need the info.
I've included a link to the page which also explains "quick and slow" oven temperatures and other things.
Ingredients
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HEIRLOOM MEASURES FOR OLD RECIPES:
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1wineglass = 1/4 cup
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1jigger = 1.5 fluid ounces
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1gill = 1/2 cup
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1teacup = a scant 3/4 cup
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1coffee cup = a scant cup
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1tumbler = 1 cup
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1pint = 2 cups
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1quart = 4 cups
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1peck = 2 gallons - dry
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1pinch = what can be picked up between thumb and first two fingers; less than 1/8 teaspoon
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1/2pinch = what can be picked up between thumb and one finger
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1salt spoon = 1/4 teaspoon
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1kitchen spoon = 1 teaspoon
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1dessert spoon = 2 teaspoons or 1 soupspoon
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1spoonful = 1 tablespoon more or less
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1saucer = 1 heaping cup (about)
How to Make Heirloom Measurements from Grandma
- To see printed chart for these and more, go to: homecooking.about.com/...convert.htm