Measurement Terms
What do we call a measurement of 1/8 of a tsp. or less?
Dash or pinch
Name 3 examples of products that need to be "leveled" when measured
Flour, sugar, salt, etc.
How many teaspoons are in a tablespoon?
3
How many ounces are in 1lb?
16
What is half of 3/4 cup?
6 T or 1/4 cup + 2 T
Define Volume Measurement
Form of measurement expressed in c, qt, gal, fl.oz
What measuring cup do you use for ingredients that level themselves?
Liquid measuring cup
What is 3/4 cups doubled?
1 1/2 cups
32 tablespoons is equal to how many cups?
2
What piece of equipment can you use to get the MOST accurate measurements?
Hint: commonly used in baking
A scale
Changing a recipe to a new quantity
Conversion
Name the 4 most common measuring spoons
1/4 tsp, 1/2 tsp, 1 tsp, 1tbsp
How many tablespoons and/or teaspoons are in 1/3 cup?
5 tablespoons and 1 teaspoon
How many cup(s) are in one stick of butter?
1/2 cup
What is the importance of measuring on a flat surface and verifying measurement at eye level?
Accurate measurements help to produce quality products
The quantity or how much a recipe will make
Yield
Name the 4 most common dry measuring cups
1/4 cup, 1/3 cup, 1/2 cup, 1 cup
How many sticks of butter are in 1lb of butter?
4
24 tablespoons is equal to how many cups?
1 1/2 cup
RANDOM: Where is e.coli commonly found?
ground beef, leafy greens, produce
Define Total Yield Conversion Method
Existing yield divided by desired yield
Describe the correct way to measure 1 cup of orange juice, what equipment and steps should you take?
You will need a liquid measuring up, you should place the cup on a level surface and measure to the 1 cup line. Bend down to get eye level with the measuring cup to verify an accurate measurement.
How many pints are in a gallon?
8 pints
Half of 1/4 cup is how many tablespoons?
2 tbsp
In a recipe that serves 6, its calls for 1/3 cup flour. I want to convert the recipe to only serve 3. How much flour should I use?
2 1/2 tbsp and 1/2 tsp or 2T and 2t