How important are measurements, really?
Do you have to be so precise when measuring ingredients? After all, what difference does 5g of flour actually make?
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A measly 5g here or there might not be a big deal with some ingredients such as flour, but with the likes of spices, it could change the whole complexion of a dish. Photograph: marilyna/Getty Images/iStockphoto
A measly 5g here or there might not be a big deal with some ingredients such as flour, but with the likes of spices, it could change the whole complexion of a dish. Photograph: marilyna/Getty Images/iStockphoto