measuring cup
noun
US
: a cup that has markings for measuring ingredients when cooking
also
: a cup that holds a particular amount of an ingredient used in cooking
a set of measuring cups ranging from ¹/₄ cup to 1 cup
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Microwave cream in a microwave-safe measuring cup on HIGH until hot to the touch but not boiling, 2 to 2 1/2 minutes.
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Julia Levy, Southern Living, 16 Sep. 2024
Combine vodka, limoncello, and lemon juice in a small measuring cup.
—Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Oct. 2024
Using bottom of measuring cup, press crust again to pack it down a little more.
—Sabrina Weiss, Peoplemag, 23 Sep. 2024
Combine 1 cup room temperature whole milk with 1 tablespoon white vinegar in a glass measuring cup.
—Molly Bolton, Southern Living, 21 Sep. 2024
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Julia Levy, Southern Living, 16 Sep. 2024
Combine vodka, limoncello, and lemon juice in a small measuring cup.
—Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Oct. 2024
Using bottom of measuring cup, press crust again to pack it down a little more.
—Sabrina Weiss, Peoplemag, 23 Sep. 2024
Combine 1 cup room temperature whole milk with 1 tablespoon white vinegar in a glass measuring cup.
—Molly Bolton, Southern Living, 21 Sep. 2024
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“Measuring cup.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/measuring%20cup. Accessed 5 Nov. 2024.
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