How to Measure Pasta
How can you measure spaghetti portions easily? Does it seem like you always just grab a random handful of dry noodles and say "eh...this looks good I guess?" How much pasta in a serving? A common serving size is around 2 ounces of dry pasta, which yields about 1 cup of cooked pasta. The most accurate way to measure pasta is to use a scale We're going to talk about one of the most essential tools in any kitchen: a scale. A good kitchen scale is worth its weight in gold, and let me tell you, it will change your life. Now, I know what you're thinking, "Why do I need a scale when I've got measuring cups and spoons?" Well, let me ask you this: are you measuring flour or sugar by volume? Because let me tell you, that's not the most accurate way to measure. With a scale, you can get precise measurements every time. And it's not just for baking, either. You can use a scale for all sorts of things. Want to portion out your meat for the week? Use a scale....