I have seen some plastic measuring cups that are for blind people.. One set has a ridge around which is where you fill the liquid to, the other had a line drawn around the inside of the cup which is where you draw the liquid to. I have also heard of a measuring jar, which talks, but have never seen one. Betty Emmons ----- Original Message ----- From: steve doyle To: [email protected] Sent: Tuesday, August 14, 2007 11:24 AM Subject: [RecipesAndMore] MEASURING CUPS
MEASURING CUPS NOT THE SAME There are two kinds of measuring cups -- one for liquids and the other for dry goods, such as flour and sugar. Liquid cups are made of glass or clear plastic, because to measure accurately, they should be viewed from the side at eye level. Quality liquid measuring cups should be accurately calibrated. The gold standard still is the Pyrex brand, made of sturdy glass. Measuring cups for dry ingredients are generally made of metal or plastic, and they cannot be used for liquid. They should be filled by the spoonfuls, or the ingredients should be scooped up, then leveled at the top with a straightedge. Never shake them to level because this compacts the foodstuff. But accuracy still is elusive, especially for fluffy powders such as flour, or even brown sugar. The only accurate method of measuring dry ingredients is by weighing. Most European recipes and professional cooks measure by weight. Some American recipe writers also are beginning to include weights. A kitchen scale is a good investment, not only for recipes but also to keep count of the food intake, especially if you are diabetic. lr smiles --~--~---------~--~----~------------~-------~--~----~ Access the Recipes And More list archives at: http://www.mail-archive.com/recipesandmore%40googlegroups.com/ Visit the group home page at: http://groups.google.com/group/RecipesAndMore -~----------~----~----~----~------~----~------~--~---
