BUTTER AND MARGARINE
One stick (¼ lb.) equals ½ cup. To measure ¼ cup, cut stick in half. 1 Tbsp. equals ⅛ of a stick. Do not substitute whipped margarine or butter unless recipe specifically calls for it.
DRIED FRUITS
Pack raisins, dates, figs, etc. lightly into measuring cup. Press gently to level off top.
NUTS AND COCONUT
Pack lightly into cup and level off.
SOFT BREAD CRUMBS
Pack lightly into measuring cup. Do not press down hard. Level off.
FINE DRY BREAD CRUMBS
Spoon lightly into measuring cup and level off. Don’t shake cup.