breetheflea
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Post by breetheflea on Mar 10, 2022 14:46:02 GMT
I took the 1/2 Tbsp off my measuring spoon ring because I kept confusing it with the 1/2 tsp... No other set I've owned came with that measurement, but now that I'm looking for a new set (where the labels aren't wearing off) it seems they all come with one.
I'd rather have a 1/8 tsp, which my current set doesn't have... What about you?
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Post by busy on Mar 10, 2022 14:48:17 GMT
I have both 1/2 T and 1/8 t, both of which I use regularly. ETA: I have a set similar to this and it's great. I love the magnetic nesting; keeps everything super tidy and no fumbling to find the right measurement. |
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Post by slowrunner70 on Mar 10, 2022 14:50:34 GMT
we use it at work when we mix custom ink colors.
At home, I have used it when baking.
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Post by crimsoncat05 on Mar 10, 2022 14:51:48 GMT
I have never felt the need to use a 1/2 tbsp. I've never seen a recipe that lists it that way, but even if they did, I know that it's 1 1/2 tsp, so I'd just use those two spoons. I actually dislike the newer plastic measuring spoons that my DH brought to our relationship... they're too round to fit inside the tins of spices easily. I have my grandma's old set that are just the standard 4 spoons- 1/4 tsp, 1/2 tsp, 1 tsp, and 1 tbsp. (they're aluminum, and they hang inside the door of the spice cabinet; the clanking sound when I open the door is a comforting memory for me.)
If I was to actually need 1/8 tsp (don't recall seeing this very often in a recipe) I'd probably just either eyeball it by dumping it into my hand, or eyeball it with my 1/4 tsp measuring spoon.
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breetheflea
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Post by breetheflea on Mar 10, 2022 14:52:49 GMT
I just looked it up, 1/2 Tbsp = 1 1/2 tsp... maybe now that I know that I'll find a way to use it more often.
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Post by hopemax on Mar 10, 2022 14:54:24 GMT
We are a family of 2, so I often halve recipes. So 1 Tbsp becomes a 1/2 Tbsp fairly often.
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Post by christinec68 on Mar 10, 2022 14:55:33 GMT
I'm sure I've needed a 1/2 tb as some point but I know for sure I've used it as a substitute for 1tb when that one is dirty but still in use.
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Post by ~summer~ on Mar 10, 2022 14:57:55 GMT
You know I cook a lot and I don’t have the 1/2T and I don’t feel like recipes ever call for that they must just say 1.5tsp.
My set does have 3/4tsp and 1/8tsp though. It’s also the set that is narrow that fits in spice jars which I find most useful.
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Post by busy on Mar 10, 2022 14:58:58 GMT
I'm sure I've needed a 1/2 tb as some point but I know for sure I've used it as a substitute for 1tb when that one is dirty but still in use. This is my very common use case. That, and when I'm halving recipes. |
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Post by Restless Spirit on Mar 10, 2022 15:03:41 GMT
I have 3 sets of measuring spoons and none of them have 1/2 TBS measuring spoon. Hmmm.
Since there’s just the two of us, I halve recipes all the time, so I could see where the 1/2 TBS measure could be useful.
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Post by compeateropeator on Mar 10, 2022 15:09:13 GMT
I have 3 sets and none of them have a 1/2 tablespoon. Only one has an 1/8 teaspoon and I use that all the time. I can easily use 1.5 teaspoons for a half tablespoon. I picked never, because I don’t have one, but I might use one every now and then it if I did.
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Post by Violette Vixen on Mar 10, 2022 15:16:41 GMT
I have never seen a 1/2 Tbsp measuring spoon.
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Post by crazy4scraps on Mar 10, 2022 15:25:58 GMT
I have a drawer full of measuring spoons and only one set had a half Tbsp. I wish I had more than one. The one I have is a plastic piece of crap. I also had to buy a separate set of tiny measuring spoons because none of my sets have anything smaller than 1/4 tsp. The set I bought is cute, it has measures for drop, smidge, pinch, dash and tad!  Is it bad that I almost ordered *another* set of liquid and dry measuring cups and spoons, even though I have a cabinet shelf full of liquid measures and a drawer full of cups and spoons? It looked like a nice set from a name brand and was only $10, with free shipping. Oh, so tempting! |
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Post by Susie_Homemaker on Mar 10, 2022 15:26:30 GMT
If something called for 1/2 T. I would just eyeball it on the T. spoon.
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Post by myshelly on Mar 10, 2022 15:28:29 GMT
I can’t remember the last time I used measuring spoons. I know I have some, but I can’t remember what they look like and I have no idea what’s in the set.
I use measuring cups frequently, but have no use for the spoons.
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Post by Linda on Mar 10, 2022 15:57:46 GMT
I have a drawer full of measuring spoons and only one set had a half Tbsp. I wish I had more than one. The one I have is a plastic piece of crap. I also had to buy a separate set of tiny measuring spoons because none of my sets have anything smaller than 1/4 tsp. The set I bought is cute, it has measures for drop, smidge, pinch, dash and tad!  Is it bad that I almost ordered *another* set of liquid and dry measuring cups and spoons, even though I have a cabinet shelf full of liquid measures and a drawer full of cups and spoons? It looked like a nice set from a name brand and was only $10, with free shipping. Oh, so tempting! I have a drawer full also...okay 2 metal, 1 plastic, and one adorable one like yours with dash etc.. I cook and bake from scratch almost all the time and yes - I use all of the measuring spoons including the 1/2 Tbsp (which is only on my plastic set - the two metal are vintage). I'm also downsizing recipes now there are only 3 of us at home - those recipes that feed 6-8 that were great with 6 people including a teenage boy....are enough food for a week now. |
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Post by librarylady on Mar 10, 2022 15:57:50 GMT
It is not a part of my ancient aluminum set. I know the equivalent, so if it ever came up in a recipe, I would know how to obtain the amount.
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Post by Deleted on Mar 10, 2022 16:04:51 GMT
Yup! I make homemade dressings and use the 1/2 tbsp for parsley and chives. I have also used it for recipes both baking and for sauces/marinades. I also use it when I need 1.5 tbsp instead of the 1 and the 1/2 together.
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Post by maryland on Mar 10, 2022 16:13:22 GMT
I have both 1/2 T and 1/8 t, both of which I use regularly. ETA: I have a set similar to this and it's great. I love the magnetic nesting; keeps everything super tidy and no fumbling to find the right measurement. Thank you for linking the spoons! They look great! The writing comes off of mine and I have no idea what the measurements are. And some are so light that I can't see them. I will order the mint green as I can see the measurements very well. |
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Post by MZF on Mar 10, 2022 16:15:19 GMT
I have both 1/2 T and 1/8 t, both of which I use regularly. ETA: I have a set similar to this and it's great. I love the magnetic nesting; keeps everything super tidy and no fumbling to find the right measurement. Don't think 've ever seen one or seen it called for in a recipe. And when dividing a recipe I know it's 1 1/2 t, so never thought about it. I've been thinking of replacing my plastic measuring spoons--a couple have been in the garbage disposal by accident and a bit chopped up on the edges--they work, but then I forget about it. I like the set Busy posted. |
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Post by caangel on Mar 10, 2022 16:28:41 GMT
I was just telling my DH that I need a .5 tbls! I do have a 1/8th and use it. I bake from scratch frequently and double or triple recipes. I do have 3/4 and 2/3 cups which I use all the time. Yes I could just us the 1/4 & 1/3 cups but it is just so much easier than doing multiple scoops. If it is flour or sugar I occasionally do it by weight but that's usually when it is 2+ cups or more.
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Post by Really Red on Mar 10, 2022 17:30:42 GMT
I said "other." I think it's silly, but I lost my teaspoon and it works pretty well  |
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Post by cmpeter on Mar 10, 2022 17:43:35 GMT
One of my sets has a 1/2 T spoon, but I’ve never had a need for it. I would just eyeball it for any savory type dish. If I was baking and needed to be more exact if I halved a recipe I would just use 1.5 tsp. But, I’ve never halved a baking recipe.
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Post by lucyg on Mar 10, 2022 17:49:23 GMT
I don’t have a half tablespoon measure, but I’m sure I’d use one if I did.
What I don’t understand is how you could possibly confuse a half tablespoon with a half teaspoon?
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Post by Susie_Homemaker on Mar 10, 2022 18:14:42 GMT
thanks to you peas, I just bought this set of magnetic measuring spoons that I don't need! Where I keep mine now, it will be nice to have them magnetically attached instead of just willy nilly in the drawer. And it has 1/2 Tablespoon and 1/8 teaspoon!
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Post by scrappinwithoutpeas on Mar 10, 2022 18:18:18 GMT
One of my sets has a 1/2 tbsp and I use it now and then. A different set has the 1/8 tsp, which I use a lot when making bread or other baked goods. I've always liked my metal set better than plastic but of course the set with the 1/8 tsp is plastic...  busy, I love  the set you linked and already added it to my ongoing wishlist on Amazon - I may pick that set up next time I place an order...or ask for it for Mother's Day. I like that the narrow end will fit inside spice jars, and the fact that it's double-ended at all. Hopefully it will save me from having to use 2 sets if I'm baking and don't want to wash stuff in between (yea, I'm a lazy baker, LOL). |
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Post by busy on Mar 10, 2022 18:28:22 GMT
I have both 1/2 T and 1/8 t, both of which I use regularly. ETA: I have a set similar to this and it's great. I love the magnetic nesting; keeps everything super tidy and no fumbling to find the right measurement. Don't think 've ever seen one or seen it called for in a recipe. And when dividing a recipe I know it's 1 1/2 t, so never thought about it. I've been thinking of replacing my plastic measuring spoons--a couple have been in the garbage disposal by accident and a bit chopped up on the edges--they work, but then I forget about it. I like the set Busy posted. Yeah, I know 1/2 T is 1 1/2 t but chances are high that if I'm using my measuring spoons, I'm using several of them and the teaspoon or half teaspoon may well already be used/dirty. I dislike needing to wash and dry something in the midst of cooking, so having a wider variety of measurements (and the double ends on the set I linked) is super useful to me. |
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Post by oh yvonne on Mar 10, 2022 18:44:04 GMT
I took the 1/2 Tbsp off my measuring spoon ring because I kept confusing it with the 1/2 tsp... No other set I've owned came with that measurement, but now that I'm looking for a new set (where the labels aren't wearing off) it seems they all come with one. I'd rather have a 1/8 tsp, which my current set doesn't have... What about you? oh gosh I did this same thing just a few weeks ago! I kept using it by mistake and I got rid of mine too! I have never had a use for 1/2 tablespoon. Its either 1 1/2 teaspoons or the full 3 teaspoon measure that makes up a tablespoon. <edited, nevermind lol I just realized what I wrote> Now off to read the rest of this thread. |
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Post by melanell on Mar 10, 2022 21:15:49 GMT
I have one set with the half tablespoon and one set with the eighth teaspoon, so I have the best of both worlds. I use each of those occasionally.
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Post by AussieMeg on Mar 10, 2022 21:41:08 GMT
Yes I have and use the half tablespoon measure. My set comes with 1T, 1/2 T, 1t, 1/2 t, 1/4 t. I definitely use the half tablespoon, because for some reason my tablespoon always goes missing. I have three sets of measuring spoons, but only one tablespoon! The others have disappeared. I also have this fun set: Mini Measuring Spoons. It comes with Tad, Dash, Pinch, Smidgeon, and Drop!  Oh, and one time I bought a set of measuring spoons on line. It must have been from an American site, because the volumes were wrong. In the US, a tablespoon = 15ml, but in Australian standard metric, a tablespoon = 20ml. Grrrrrr! |
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the set you linked and already added it to my ongoing wishlist on Amazon - I may pick that set up next time I place an order...or ask for it for Mother's Day. I like that the narrow end will fit inside spice jars, and the fact that it's double-ended at all. Hopefully it will save me from having to use 2 sets if I'm baking and don't want to wash stuff in between (yea, I'm a lazy baker, LOL).
