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 "