MEASURING SPOONS || KITCHEN ESSENTIALS

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Measuring Spoons
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1. Spoons can come in 2 shapes: ROUND or RECTANGULAR
a. Round spoons with a deep well are used for measuring liquids
b. Rectangular spoons are used for spices/herbs
c. Usually come with 5 spoons:
Tablespoon
teaspoon
½ teaspoon
¼ teaspoon
1/8 teaspoon
d. Can get spoons that are 1/8 teaspoon or smaller. My set of 4 have:
smidgen - smallest
pinch - a little bigger than a smidgen
dash - bigger than the pinch
tad - biggest of this set which is really equal to 1/8 teaspoon!
2. Adjustable measuring spoons
a. use these only for dry ingredients, NOT WET
3. 1/8 cup = half of a ¼ cup = 2 tablespoons
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My objective for this channel is to share with others what I have learned over the last 30+ years about living and eating healthier. I share my knowledge with my small circle of friends all the time. I am not a doctor, nor do I hold any type of medical degree, but I believe that my tried experiences may help someone else.
For over 30 years I have used every diet imaginable to lose weight, but I confess that I am now at home using the vegan lifestyle. I want to share what I have learned about eating and enjoying food. And, since I am still learning how to be more consistent with this lifestyle, I have decided to eat more healthily, realizing the weight will come off eventually. Though I have not reached my goal weight, I know that sharing with other people in front of a camera with help me to stay on course.
I have, with the help of my husband of 37 years, raised 3 grown children. I will also share some cooking shortcuts as well as some natural formulas I have used and still use for everyday problems.
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[@JS-ue2ku]

I definitely need to get me those rectangular measuring spoons. The person that invented those is a genious! I've been spilling out my spices all over the counter to many time over the past several decades with my hand-me-downs from my mom. Thanks mom. Love ya, but I'm movin on! And thank you Berta, for another fabulous kitchen tool review. Love ya! Keep em coming!

[@bertajay]

Thanks so much, C. What I learn and do, I have to pass on to you. It's what I love to do. I am so glad you appreciate the videos I share. 🥰

[@davidlollollol]

Really well done video ! I love the attention to detail and your sets of measuring tools are so fun! I I only thought their was one kind😮I have definitely learned a lot! Thank you so much

[@vanessavillarreal1330]

I truly did learn a few different things . Several as a matter of fact !

[@johnthompson5409]

I learned something today . Thank you Berta

[@rz4128]

Sure do enjoy watching your videos. I'm 67 and didn't know about the rectangular spoons. If a recipe calls for an amount that won't find in the spice jar, I've been using a smaller one and multiply the number of times needed. Thank you for looking into this. We can always learn something new. Blessings

[@bertajay]

Hey, hey, R, looks like that little piece of information I shared about the rectangular spoons will save you HUGE amount of time, right? I am so glad. Rectangular spoons are a blessing. Glad you learned something new. Thanks for your comment. 😊

[@lulamamie8524]

Another great Kitchen Essentials video ❣️ I hope you are having a lovely day 🌺🌱💐🌿

[@bertajay]

Thanks so much, Sara. I am having a lovely day because of your kind words. I still have more ideas about kitchen essentials. You are a blessing to me and my channel. I enjoy hearing from you. Keep those comments coming. 🥰

[@lulamamie8524]

Well Miss Berta you are a blessing to me ❤️😇 Thank You soooo much 🌱🌺🌿

[@bertajay]

@@lulamamie8524 😍

[@patc.318]

Hi Ms Berta! I always learn something from your videos! While I've been decluttering the kitchen of unused gadgets that seem to accumulate over time, the set of 4 measuring spoons..the dash, tad, pinch and smidgen are definitely a set that would be used! Thanks for another video, Ms Berta! Kudos to Evan, too!! 😊

[@bertajay]

Thanks so much for your comment, Pat. I'll be sure to convey your support to Evan. He thinks my troup (I combined the words 'group' + 'tribe' and got 'troup' (not spelled correctly😊) is amazing. Those little spoons will help perfect your recipes when just a little something extra is needed...no more guessing; just use the tad, dash, pinch and/or smidgen, okay! Thanks again, Pat.🥄🥰

[@VicMarcell85]

Thank you!

[@nikkiicruz6646]

Hi Berta! Came across your channel for the first time and learn a lot. I didn't know different type of measuring spoons were for dry and liquid and I've been cooking for years. I enjoy your channel, keep up the great work!

[@maggiewickwire2936]

Hi Berta! I knew this about measuring cups - wet and dry - so it would make sense it’s the same with the spoons. Thanks for the video. I always look forward to Tuesdays - Berta Jay day! 😎❤️

[@bertajay]

I love that, Maggie...I think I will share that in a Viewers Voices if you don't mind...Berta Jay Day!👍🏿 😁

[@maggiewickwire2936]

Berta, I didn’t mind at all! 😎💐

[@bertajay]

@@maggiewickwire2936 Thanks, Maggie. ❤️

[@elisagarza4402]

Berta, THANK YOU SO MUCH!! This was an awesome video... so informative. I wrote out a wish list just now and the rectangular measuring spoons was the 1st item down. Thanks again love!!

[@bertajay]

You're welcome, Elisa. Just know this: what I learn and do, I will share. I am so glad you learned something from this video. Keep watching 🙂❤️

[@PopleBackyardFarm]

Measuring spoons are a must!

[@bertajay]

Absolutely, Pople, I agree. Thanks for your comment😊

[@loiscampbell3510]

This was a wonderful video, Berta Jay; not only for beginning cooks but for cooks of all ages. I have two sets of measuring spoons (the metal round and the metal rectangular) hanging on a magnetic hook on the side of my refrigerator. It's so handy to have them there. I don't have to fish through drawers to find them AND it's nice to have (say) two tablespoon measures needed in the same recipe - one wet [oil] and one dry. Lastly, I love how perfectly your canisters fit on your countertop behind you.

[@bertajay]

Thanks, Lois, for your comments. About those canisters...they were my husbands before we got married. We have had them for over 40years. He got them decades ago at Pottery Barn! Thanks for noticing and saying something. I'll be sure to tell him. 🥰 👍🏾

[@marytaha2448]

Thank you for that I did not know that different sets like that are for different things I know I thought you could use the liquid is as the same as the other but wow thank you thank you thank you even us older people did not know that that's what someone was telling me wow thank you thank you thank you learn something positive new everyday

[@almostjane1754]

You're right, Berta. I've never seen an ⅛ of a cup before - didn't know they made them! - but it sure would be handy to have one just in case. I have 2 sets each of both stainless steel measuring cups & spoons because you so often need the same measurement of a dry ingredient as you do a "wet" or liquid one - and I hate having to stop in the middle of a recipe to wash something. But I really like your narrow-style measuring spoons made specifically for getting into spice jars - that's good thinking. I may have to get me a set of those too. It's easier to get the spoon INTO the jar, rather than try to dump the spice ONTO the spoon. As usual, I learned something from a Berta video! I love it when I discover something new about an everyday object - the kind you think you know ALL about [but don't]. I hope you'll think about doing a Kitchen Essentials video about everything in the kitchen. Example - do you use an Insta-Pot and if so, do you recommend them - or are they just a lot of hype? Sometimes I think it's just companies trying to sell us more stuff [and my kitchen is pretty well-stocked as it is right now]. Have a great week, my friend! ❤️🥕❤️

[@bertajay]

Thanks, Jane. Something I learned about having to use the same measuring spoon in a recipe: 1st measure the dry ingredient with that spoon 2nd measure the wet ingredient This way you have to use twice but wash only once. 😊 See if that helps. I want to share more things. I have to try out the appliance before I can say anything about them. Thanks again for your comments and support, Jane. I really appreciate it.

[@roxierc720]

Very informative. Thank u, Berta. By the way, u've left me with an obsession. "Get it all ". I appreciate and have incorporated that advice into my routine.

[@bertajay]

Thanks, roxierc720, so many of the Troupers have told me that. If you subscribe you are automatically called a Trouper. Take a look at this video when you get the chance: kzbin.info/www/bejne/mJbNlphrl9idrZo

[@selizabeth8116]

Bless you, Berta Jay!

[@bertajay]

Thanks you so much, Stephanie. Blessings to you also. Have a peaceful and joyful day. 😊

[@amoreira8673]

Thank you your video I did learned from it 😃 Ps. I love your beautiful hair lady xx

[@susanbrown-gilmore8743]

I always learn from your videos. Much appreciated Berta. Thank you!

[@bertajay]

Hey, Susan, dear friend. I am thankful that you learned something new about measuring spoons! You are so kind and I always appreciate and enjoy hearing from you. Have a peaceful day🥰

[@bertajay]

Hey, Susan. Hope you and your family are well. Been missing hearing you. 🥰

[@chariwater1]

TFS Very informative for beginning bakers and cooks. No one knows everything. 😉

[@bertajay]

I love your attitude, Rhona. I couldn't agree with you more...no one, I'll repeat that, NO ONE, knows everything. I always tell friends and family to always remain teachable and you'll find you will learn more. Thanks for your comment. I am so blessed by it.🥰

[@janetpowell9811]

Thank you Ms Berta Jay I learned something new today.

[@bertajay]

I am so thankful that you learned something new, Janet. It's so nice to have a teachable spirit and it sounds like you do. I have many things to share; hope you keep watching and keep learning with me on my channel. 😊🥄

[@tigerlillycollins4714]

Oh I like you you just help me out I hate dumping the spices into the measuring spoons it always make such a mess with my five year old daughter cooking and baking with me now I need to know where to find rectangular measuring spoons you just save me an hour of cleaning thank you🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰

[@marirose756]

Once again I learned something. I have the round stainless steel spoons & I’m going to see if I can find the rectangular ones. Oh Berta, you rock. Thanks again!

[@bertajay]

I guess rocking is what I do. Nice adjective to describe me...thanks, Marirose. You are a dear 😀. Are you binge watching my videos? Just curious. 🤭

[@am-tp9dq]

good to know

[@bertajay]

I always learn new things whenever I do Kitchen Essential videos. Hope it helps you. 😀

[@shawnheatherly9219]

This woman is something past enlightenment. Liked and subbed

[@bertajay]

WELCOME, Welcome, welcome, Shawn!! So glad to have you as a new Trouper of mine. Don't know about being a Trouper? Please watch this video to get the scoop: kzbin.info/www/bejne/mJbNlphrl9idrZo Thanks for joining. Stick around to hear other things I like to share. 😊

[@colastyles]

I learned something! Great vid.

[@bertajay]

Oh, my goodness, cole. I am so blessed by your kind words. The teacher in me bows to the appreciative student you are. Thank you, cole, for your support😉❤️

[@colastyles]

@@bertajay you're so very welcome, always!

[@donnahales7048]

Learned a lot! Thank you.

[@bertajay]

I am so glad to hear that, Donna. That's really one of the big objectives of my channel. I want to share good, healthy eats but also to teach. Thanks for letting me know I have an appreciative student in you. I am blessed by your kind words🥰

[@tami1796]

❤️ your channel

[@bertajay]

And my channel loves you, Tami...actually I appreciate you and your comments and support. Thank you for being you.🧡

[@hyacinthp4882]

Believe it or not, I need some measuring spoons so badly. Thanks for this and I learned a lot tonight!!

[@bertajay]

Sorry for the delay in replying to your comment, hyacinth. Do forgive me. I am so thankful that you learned something new that can help you. I love sharing what I have learned. I appreciate your comment. 🥄😊

[@katietucker4772]

wow Berta thanks I do have different types of mearsuring spoons but i do need one for my spice jars Yeah thanks

[@bertajay]

Hey, Katie. Thank you for letting me know. I do love hearing from you. I hope some things have been made a wee bit clearer with the information that I shared. I appreciate you and your comments🥰

[@Blessedpb]

Thank you, Ms Berta. I was trying to calculate what 0.16 (which is a bit over the 1/8/0.125) but realized it's just too close to call so will go with my best guess. I love your little spoons for below the 1/8. My father used to say "just a tad" of cream in his coffee. I didn't realize it was a legit measurement! Thank you for your info and thoughts of my sweet father. He went to be "present with the Lord" 12 yr ago (this year he would have been 100 earth years :^) Can you tell I still miss him. :^) p I think I'll look around on line and see if I can find some of those tiny spoons. Need to go back to your vid and see what you called them. Blessings, p

[@lorilynnlodge1808]

Thank you Berta!

[@bertajay]

You're so welcome, Lori. I have a few more "Kitchen Essentials" to share. Thanks so much for sharing your comment. I really appreciate it. 🙂

[@dixanella]

Thanks so much, I’m Slovenian and I saw a recipe for a homemade remedy and I didn’t know how much was 1/8 of the teaspoon.

[@debrabustetter3632]

I did learn something! Thank you! I have been constantly annoyed because my measuring spoons do not fit in the spice jars!!!! I’m off to find some rectangular ones!

[@anahidkassabian4471]

Me, too! I think of myself as a fairly serious cook, and I’ve never seen those before. Thanks again, Berta!

[@zenobiaookpik]

Same here.

[@bertajay]

I am answering you Debra but this response is for Anahid and zenobiaookpik, too: do a google search on 'rectangular measuring spoons' and you'll see many...some outrageously expensive and some a good price. Okay...I hope that helps you guys. 😊 I am so thankful you all learned something new. That makes me very happy 😀❤️

[@anahidkassabian4471]

Berta Jay Thanks, Berta! 💖

[@bertajay]

@@anahidkassabian4471 You are welcome, dear friend. ❤️

[@joanieduffy1877]

Hi Berta, My best friend got me a set of the smidgen, pinch, etc spoons. I thought they are so cute, I didn't know they are functional. I learn something new everyday. Thank you.

[@bertajay]

Now you understand, joanie...cute, has now become functional for you. I am so glad about that. My dad used to say, " you can learn something new everyday, you just have to be willing." Apparently, you are, joanie. ❤️ Thanks so much for your comment.

[@susans3996]

Aha! Now my different spoon sets make sense. I've learned something new today!

[@bertajay]

I am so thankful about that, Susan. It's the reason I started my channel...to share what I learn so that you can learn it too 👍🏾 😊

[@tamsondarland8951]

Berta, Your Amazing❣️❣️ I've learned something new today. Another fantastic video. I never knew there was a difference in measuring spoon use from dry to liquid. I love the tad group. I've never seen them anywhere. Love them. Love you Berta❣️❣️❣️ Your #1 love Tamson ♥️ 🙋😇

[@bertajay]

Thanks so much, Tamson. I learned so much as I researched about measuring spoons. I had to share it. So much fun. I am glad you appreciate it. Have a blessed and peaceful day. 🥰

[@tamsondarland8951]

@@bertajay Thank you Berta for sharing. Enjoyed learning more neat information. ♥️ Tamson.

[@bertajay]

@@tamsondarland8951 You're welcome, Tamson.

[@tamsondarland8951]

@@bertajay 😇♥️

[@naomihukes8283]

Hey Berta Jay, I have all of those measuring spoons, except the rectangle metal ones, but I have them in plastic. I even have the 1/8 cup measures. Good information.

[@bertajay]

Thanks so much, Naomi. I appreciation your encouragement! You are a gem 💎🥰

[@tereseus]

i learned something new today.

[@bertajay]

You are so right, J. My dad used to say the same thing...he also said you have to be willing to learn. Looks like you're a teachable trouper who learns. 🥄🥄

[@Ad-Infinitum]

Interesting how the mini measures can vary. I too have a 4 piece mini set where the biggest one is a 'Dash' and is exactly an 1/8 tsp. My set has a last one smaller than a smidgen, called a 'Nip'!

[@bertajay]

Very interesting. I use the smaller spoons because some spices can overpower a dish if you use to much and using a shake of the bottle can also because of hole size 🙄. I was looking for something I could rely on to give me the same taste from the recipe each time I made it. I appreciate your comment, Ad. Thanks for sharing. 😊 🥄

[@marthalaguna9807]

Yeah I didn’t know about the shapes of the spoons 🥄 thanks 😊

[@bertajay]

You're welcome, Martha. It is a very interesting fact. Glad I helped you learn something new. 😊

[@Inmemoryofsebastian]

I had no idea there was a difference with spoons for spices thanks, now I wish I knew how much is 3/8 of a teaspoon...

[@bertajay]

3/8 of a teaspoon = 1/4 teaspoon + 1/8 teaspoon. That's it. Hope this helps you with your cooking, Inmemoryofsebastian! 😊 👍🏾

[@nmmakeup8723]

Can we use the circle ones for measuring liquad and dry spices

[@tamsondarland8951]

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[@bertajay]

❤️ 😊

[@tamsondarland8951]

@@bertajay 💕💕💕💕💕💕😇

[@francesmatthews2051]

Love to watch you where did you get those rectangular spoons

[@bertajay]

hahahahaha, that was a last minute thought before I started taping...glad you liked it. I'm a visual learner and when I can see it, I get it. I try to teach that way; I like that it helped you 'see' what I was trying to say. Have a wonderful and peaceful day, frances🥰

[@savannahv1808]

As always I learned something: to use the rectangular spoons for spices and to get my 1/8th of a cup out of the coffee canister😂😂😂😎🥰🥰

[@bertajay]

Now you got it, girl!. That coffee scoop is 1/8 cup. I laughed at myself when I watched the finished video...it was so nice to see all that learned shared with my troup. You are amazing for supporting this ole gal! Thanks, Savannah.😎😘

[@savannahv1808]

I had to laugh out loud, my coffee scoop is my long lost 1/8th of a cup😂😂 I pulled it out and it said 1/8th 😂😂 I said to Mr D, if it wasn’t for Berta, I wouldn’t know about the square spoons or our coffee scoop!!!😂😂 oh I shared your static cling video with N, She has a dress to fix! You confused her with knowledge about science.......she is a medical brain😳 made me laugh! She called me for clarification😎

[@bertajay]

@@savannahv1808 So good to hear from you, Savannah. I am glad you learned a little something new...talk to me when you can😊😎

[@wellmixed7269]

Ty you so much I have to take a 3 hour test on cooking measurement for a Job in a famous chefs restaurant

[@bertajay]

I am so thankful that a video l decided to share may help you during your test, Well...that makes me very happy😁. I do hope you'll do well and get that job! Keep this in mind...what l learn, l will share in holes that it will benefit someone else. Thanks so much for your comment 👍🏽😊

[@molybose3640]

Can you please make a video on the 7 types of measuring spoons, what are there quatities and what are they called And also of all types of cups

[@bertajay]

1st, that's, moly for your comment. But I have already done a video on the types of measuring cups. Check this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/nHzbpquhjJmtrM0 And 2nd, I DON'T KNOW WHAT YOU MEAN by the 7 types of measuring spoons, their quantities and what they are called. Please explain more. Thanks, moly, for your question.

[@tavariashmiya]

Does anybody know what would be a good substitute for “2/3 teaspoon?

[@bertajay]

If you are making a dish from a recipe and it calls for 2/3 teaspoon, here's what I would do: I'd use 3/4 teaspoon if it's a spice or an herb; but I'd use 1/2 teaspoon if it's salt because I have cut way back on salt. Tell me what you're making so I can better help you because I really would like to. 😊

[@journeytohealthylifestyle]

where can i get measuring scoops for dry contents below 1 gms, in india ?

[@bertajay]

You can get them on Amazon or Walmart. I hope you have access to both or either.

[@jeandavis6690]

How do i measure 1/5 of a spoon...

[@jonaozo540]

Hey hey, Berta Jay....you are a Darlin'. I would love to come to your kitchen and cook with you, And I would love to have you come cook with me in my kitchen. My kitchen is clean, but it is slap full and eclecticly crowded with appliances, etc. I know where everything is, but I have crowded myself out of what many folks would call 'working space'......but I have plenty of room for what I do. God bless you.

[@bertajay]

Thanks so much, Jona. I know you must have those appliances so that you can cook all kind of wonderful dishes for your family. 👍🏾

[@kimberly_erin]

Hi Berta, do you know where you got your spice spoons and what brand they are? I can’t find a set I like. Thank you!

[@bertajay]

I actually got them at a liquidation store. They don't carry the same thing all the time. However, if you do a Google search on "rectangular measuring spoons, I am sure you will be able to find some that way.🤔 I hope that helps you. Thanks for your question. 😊

[@kimberly_erin]

Berta Jay one of the less expensive brands just came out with a set, I believe it is oxo, I would really love to have a stainless steel set or copper like my mother’s but unfortunately after all of my searching these plastic ones are the most accurate and best quality. Maybe someone will start making them again in a better material and actually mind the accuracy, but for now my $3 black plastic spoons are the answer. You wouldn’t believe how long I’ve researched spice spoons!!

[@bertajay]

@@kimberly_erin Do a Google search on "stainless steel rectangular measuring spoons" and see what you get. I did it and found some for about $7. Hope this suggestion helps you. Thanks for your question 🥄🥄

[@kimberly_erin]

Berta Jay thank you! The ones I found had complaints about inaccuracy, but I imagine if your a good cook that tiny bit off wouldn’t matter too much 🤷‍♀️

[@bertajay]

@@kimberly_erin What would you do/say if l told you l might be able to find the stainless steel rectangular measuring spoons l used in my Measuring Spoons-Kitchen Essentials video? Would you be interested in buying a set (6 spoons) for $12? Lemme know. Just a thought because some others have asked about those spoons. Thanks, Kimberly😊

[@leayahyisrael4964]

Is this page still active I need some cooking lessons from her 💯😂

[@xXStussyXxMLG]

What’s good for 1.5 of tsp

[@bertajay]

CaliErick, "1.5 of tsp" really means 1 teaspoon + ½ teaspoon. This 1½ teaspoon measurement is half of one tablespoon. I am not sure what you mean by "what's good for 1.5 tsp" but I hope that answered your question. If not give me some more details and I will try to answer better. I do appreciate your question. 😊

[@xXStussyXxMLG]

@@bertajay so it’s 1 teaspoon + half ?

[@bertajay]

@@xXStussyXxMLG YES, "1.5 of tsp" equals (now read carefully) 1 and 1/2 teaspoons. IOW, 1 teaspoon and a 1/2 of a teaspoon. 😌

[@shammaalali352]

I want to measure something that is 0.04 gram how is that possible??🥺🥺

[@bertajay]

Go to this website and it will ask more information about what you are trying to convert. I hope this helps, Shamma. www.thecalculatorsite.com/cooking/grams-teaspoons.php Thanks for your question. 😊