Correct Abbreviations
Kitchen Terms
Equivalents
Measuring Skills
100

This is the correct abbreviation for a teaspoon.

What is tsp?

100

This means to cut into small pieces.

What is to chop?

100

This also equals 1 cup.

What is 8 fluid oz?

100

These are used to measure ingredients like milk, water, and oil.

What are liquid measuring cups?

200

This is the correct abbreviation for a gallon.

What is gal?

200

This means to combine two or more ingredients until smooth and uniform.

What is to blend?

200

This also equals 2 cups.

What is 1 pint?

200

These are used to measure ingredients like flour and sugar.

What are dry measuring cups?

300

This is the correct abbreviation for an ounce.

What is oz?

300

This means to remove the outer skin or peel with a knife or peeler.

What is to pare?

300

This also equals 1 pound.

What is 16 oz?

300

You measure this ingredient into the cup and level it off.

What is flour?

400

This is the correct abbreviation for a pound.

What is lb?

400

This means to cook in liquid just below the boiling point.

What is to simmer?

400

This also equals 1 quart.

What is 2 pints?

400

You pack this ingredient into the measuring cup.

What is brown sugar?

500

This is the correct abbreviation for a fluid ounce.

What is fl oz?

500

This means to reduce food into small bits by rubbing it on a grater.

What is to grate?

500

This also equals 1 gallon.

What is 16 cups?

500

You use measuring cups sprayed with oil for this ingredient.

What are sticky liquids?

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