Common Weights and Measurements Used in the Kitchen

The weights and measurements may be measured with the appropriate

equipment and tools.

Measuring devices usually used in the kitchen are:

* Scales
* Volume measures
* Measuring cups
* Measuring spoons
* Ladles
* Scoops
* Thermometers (meat, instant-read, fat, or special thermometers)
Measurement Conversion
This is usually done when you need to increase or decrease the size of recipes.
 Weight, Volume, and Dry Measures Conversions

There is a difference between weight ounces and volume

ounces. Weight ounces (net wt. oz.) are used in measuring
dry food while volume ounces (net fl oz.) are used in
measuring fluid substances and food products.