Measuring Instruments for Cooking

There are two methods of measuring: by quantity, that is by the quart, pint, spoonful, etc.; and by weight, that is, by pounds, ounces. Measuring by quantity is the method most used in household cooking.

Quart or pint measures are made of tinware or of glass, and are plain or lipped. They are marked to measure half pints, and sometimes ounces and pounds as well. A kitchen should be provided with two measures, one for dry and one for liquid materials.

Measuring cups hold half a pint, and are divided into quarters, halves, and thirds. They are made of tinned ware, aluminum, or glass.

Measuring spoons come in one-quarter, one-half, one teaspoon, dessert-spoon, and table-spoon sizes. "Nests" of one-quarter, one-half, and one teaspoon often come fastened together for convenience. Measuring spoons are of aluminum or tinned ware.