Because I use German recipes I often need to convert various things such as temperature or measurements. Over time I’ve compiled a handy list to help me remember.
Common Abbreviations
Cup = C
Tablespoon = Tbsp
Teaspoon = tsp
Grams = g
Ounce = oz
Pound = lb
Equivalents
1 C = 16 Tbsp = 8 fluid oz
1 pint = 2 C
1 quart = 4 C
1 gallon = 4 quart
1 fluid oz = 2 Tbsp
1 Tbsp = 3 tsp
1 pinch = less than 1/8 tsp
American to Metric
1 C = 237 ml
1 Tbsp = 15 ml
1 lb = 454 g
1 oz = 28.3 g
Oven Temperatures
275°F = 140°C = gas mark 1
300°F = 150°C = gas mark 2
325°F = 165°C = gas mark 3
350°F = 175°C = gas mark 4
375°F = 190°C = gas mark 5
400°F = 205°C = gas mark 6
425°F = 220°C = gas mark 7
450°F = 230°C = gas mark 8
475°F = 245°C = gas mark 9
500°F = 260°C
Frequently Used Ingredients
1 stick butter = 1/2 C = 8 Tbsp
1 packet yeast = 2 1/4 tsp = 1/4 oz = 7 g
1 C egg = 5 whole eggs, 12 – 14 yolk, 8 to 10 whites
1 C fresh breadcrumbs = 2 slices of bread
1 serving pasta = 4 oz
