heirloom measurements from grandma

Ingredients For heirloom measurements from grandma

• HEIRLOOM MEASURES FOR OLD RECIPES:
• 1

  wineglass = 1/4 cup
• 1

  jigger = 1.5 fluid ounces
• 1

  gill = 1/2 cup
• 1

  teacup = a scant 3/4 cup
• 1

  coffee cup = a scant cup
• 1

  tumbler = 1 cup
• 1

  pint = 2 cups
• 1

  quart = 4 cups
• 1

  peck = 2 gallons - dry
• 1

  pinch = what can be picked up between thumb and first two fingers; less than 1/8 teaspoon
• 1/2

  pinch = what can be picked up between thumb and one finger
• 1

  salt spoon = 1/4 teaspoon
• 1

  kitchen spoon = 1 teaspoon
• 1

  dessert spoon = 2 teaspoons or 1 soupspoon
• 1

  spoonful = 1 tablespoon more or less
• 1

  saucer = 1 heaping cup (about)