Part Two Preparation of Foods
Table of Measures and Weights
A standard measuring cup contains 8 ounces or ¹⁄₂ pint.
| 1 tablespoon | = | 3 teaspoons |
| 2 tablespoons | = | 1 ounce |
| 8 tablespoons | = | 4 ounces or ¹⁄₂ cup |
| 16 tablespoons | = | 8 ounces or 1 cup |
All ingredients measured by the cup, tablespoon or teaspoon are measured level.
| 1 pound (English weight) | = | 425 grams or 16 ounces |
| 1 pound (Metric system) | = | 500 ″ |
| 2 pounds (Metric system) | = | 1000 ″ |