Ask Chef Nancy: knife sharpening and measuring cups  Nancy
Schneider/Inside Jersey By Nancy Schneider/Inside Jersey The
Star-Ledger on March 10, 2010 at 4:35 PM  Is there really a
difference between scoop measuring cups and glass measuring cups
when measuring liquids? — Anthony D., Cranford   Yes! The
“scoop” measuring cup is solely for dry ingredients, such as
flour, sugar and butter. (Any ingredient that cannot be poured
is considered “dry.”) Glass measuring cups are for liquids. And
since both measuring tools differ in capacity, make sure you use
the correct one. Also remember that not all measuring cups
(glass or scoop) are the same. You’ll find slight discrepancies
between manufacturers. My suggestion is to find recipes that
call for weight as well as volume, so you can be sure you are
adding the appropriate amount of ingredients. Try using a small
kitchen scale (sold in home stores and larger supermarkets). It
pays for itself, given the potential for wasting ingredients
because of incorrect measuring.