How to Use measuring cup in a Sentence

measuring cup

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  • Place a fine mesh strainer on top of a large bowl (or measuring cup).
    — Christianna Silva, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 Apr. 2024
  • Take that same measuring cup and measure a half-cup of water and put it in the pot with the sugar.
    — Jason O'Bryan, Robb Report, 1 Apr. 2023
  • Then, strain the lemon juice mixture through a fine mesh sieve over a large measuring cup or bowl.
    — Ali Ramee, Southern Living, 23 June 2023
  • Drain berries in a sieve set into a large glass measuring cup.
    — Adriene Rathbun, Miami Herald, 31 Jan. 2024
  • Mash with the bottom of a dry measuring cup until a rough paste forms, about one minute.
    — Susan Selasky, Detroit Free Press, 27 Jan. 2024
  • Using the bottom of a dry measuring cup, press crumbs into the bottom and up sides of the plate.
    — America's Test Kitchen, Chicago Tribune, 28 June 2023
  • To the measuring cup, add enough water to measure 2 cups.
    — Adriene Rathbun, Miami Herald, 31 Jan. 2024
  • Greek yogurt: Add ¼ cup of water to a 2-cup measuring cup, then fill with plain yogurt to the 2-cup line.
    — Anita L. Arambula, San Diego Union-Tribune, 14 June 2023
  • The measurements on the side of the container will save you from getting a measuring cup dirty.
    — Belle Duchene, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Feb. 2024
  • Eight tools—including a cheese grater, lemon juicer and measuring cup—are stacked to fit in this all-in-one bottle.
    — Sarah Grossbart, wsj.com, 25 Oct. 2023
  • In a large measuring cup, combine the buttermilk and milk; set aside.
    — Jerrelle Guy, San Diego Union-Tribune, 22 Mar. 2023
  • As soon as the pasta is done, scoop out a cup of the starchy cooking water with a glass measuring cup, then drain the pasta in a colander in the sink.
    — Lisa Zwirn, BostonGlobe.com, 18 Apr. 2023
  • Set the liner inside a liquid measuring cup, folding the excess plastic over the edge of the cup.
    — Jessica Bennett, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Mar. 2023
  • The result was a very hot bowl and water boiling in a liquid measuring cup.
    — Becky Krystal, Washington Post, 15 Mar. 2023
  • Meanwhile, add the jam to a microwave-safe liquid measuring cup.
    — Christianna Silva, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Oct. 2023
  • Use a ladle or a heatproof measuring cup to scoop out a cup or so of the starchy pasta cooking water.
    — Marygrace Taylor, SELF, 2 Mar. 2023
  • Place a fine-mesh strainer over a liquid measuring cup.
    — Christianna Silva, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Oct. 2023
  • In a bowl or measuring cup, combine 3 cups cold water and 5 Tbsp.
    — Maggie Hennessy, Bon Appétit, 6 Dec. 2023
  • For each cup of sour milk needed, place 1 tablespoon lemon juice or vinegar in a glass measuring cup.
    — Bhg Test Kitchen, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 July 2023
  • To store asparagus, trim off an inch or so from the bottom and place the shoots in a tall, wide glass, vase or measuring cup with a couple of inches of water.
    — Katie Workman, San Diego Union-Tribune, 3 Apr. 2024
  • Do not squeeze the moisture from the zucchini or pack it into your measuring cup too tightly.
    — Robin Miller, The Arizona Republic, 27 June 2024
  • Transfer the potatoes to a serving bowl or platter, then pour the pan juices into a liquid measuring cup or bowl.
    — Ali Slagle, San Diego Union-Tribune, 28 Feb. 2024
  • Stir coconut milk, condensed milk and a pinch of kosher salt in a liquid measuring cup until blended.
    — Sabrina Weiss, Peoplemag, 1 July 2024
  • In 2-cup liquid measuring cup, microwave 3/4 cup milk until warm to touch.
    — Joy Cho, Good Housekeeping, 6 Apr. 2023
  • Step 4In liquid measuring cup, combine milk and lemon juice.
    — Woman's Day, 24 Mar. 2023
  • Place the honey in a small, microwave-safe measuring cup or bowl and heat on HIGH for 30 seconds, or until easily pourable.
    — Leah Koenig, Washington Post, 31 Mar. 2023
  • Combine the garlic and the rice vinegar in a liquid measuring cup, then add the salt, soy sauce and both sesame oils, whisking to form an emulsified dressing.
    — Emily Horton, Charlotte Observer, 31 Jan. 2024
  • Transfer the coconut milk to a liquid measuring cup or medium bowl, add the green curry paste, stir with a fork until smooth, then season to taste with salt.
    — Ali Slagle, San Diego Union-Tribune, 29 Mar. 2023
  • Pour through a fine wire-mesh strainer into a large measuring cup, pressing gently to squeeze out juice; discard solids.
    — Southern Living Test Kitchen, Southern Living, 16 July 2023
  • Just add 2 tablespoons of apple cider vinegar to a 2-cup measuring cup, then add the milk to the 2-cup line, stirring to incorporate.
    — Anita L. Arambula, San Diego Union-Tribune, 14 June 2023

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