Guide to Measuring and Easy Conversions

Got a great recipe, but don't have the right measuring cup? 

Use this easy conversion guide to get your measurements correct every time (even without those handy measuring cups).

Dry

3 teaspoons = 1 tablespoon

4 tablespoons = 1/4 cup

5 1/3 tablespoons = 1/3 cup

8 tablespoons = 1/2 cup

10 2/3 tablespoons = 2/3 cup

12 tablespoons = 3/4 cup

16 tablespoons = 1 cup

Liguids

1 tablespoon = 1/2 fluid ounce

1 cup = 1/2 pint = 8 fluid ounces

2 cups = 1 pint = 16 fluid ounces

4 cups = 2 pints = 1 quart = 32 fluid ounces

16 cups = 4 quarts = 1 gallon = 128 fluid ounces

It may take a little longer to cook using these alternate measurements, but you'll get the right amounts every time.  No having to second guess yourself.