Measuring. Such a simple thing.
Last week on my trip to the library, I checked out an older book called "Eating Cheap". Last night after watching the fireworks on T.V., I was perusing some of it and one of the things the author brought up was to be sure and measure when you cook.
The author said we probably measure stuff most of the time, but how many of us have made stuff so often we just sort of dump things in. However, it was pointed out if a recipe calls for 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla and we just put some in and actually use a teaspoon, although it probably won't affect the taste, it eventually effects the pocketbook because if you do this consistently, you'll have to buy vanilla twice as often.
This goes for other things around the house such as laundry detergent or fabric softener. A few pennies add up to dollars very quickly!
How true!
The "High" Cost of Not Measuring
July 5th, 2010 at 03:02 pm
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July 6th, 2010 at 12:54 am 1278374040
Actually, that is a bit false. Most chefs and or very good cooks don't measure when they cook. Haven't you ever asked for a recipe and been told " I dont know, I just use a bit of this, a bit of that"
However, when it comes to baking, it is a must. Baking IS an exact science.
July 7th, 2010 at 02:10 am 1278465009
frugalfoodie, I never looked at it like that, it's a very good point. when cooking at home, i always use about half the amount recommended for sugar/salt - not for cost, but more for health. but this is probably a money saver in the end too!
July 7th, 2010 at 04:10 am 1278472229