Tomato paste Measurement Guide
Professional conversions and cooking insights
Tomato products, canned, paste, without salt added (Includes foods for USDA's Food Distribution Program)
Professional Tips
Ingredient Insights
Tomato paste plays a specific role in recipe chemistry. Understanding its function helps with successful cooking and baking.
Measurement Technique
Follow recipe instructions for measurement technique - packed, sifted, or level measurements can vary significantly.
Storage Guidelines
Follow package instructions for optimal storage. Many pantry items last longer in airtight containers away from heat, light, and moisture.
Expert Guidance
Measuring Best Practices
Check if ingredients should be packed, sifted, or measured loosely. Different techniques can change measurements by 20-30%.
Cooking Science
Each ingredient serves a specific chemical or physical purpose in recipes. Understanding function helps with successful substitutions.
Professional Insight
When in doubt, weigh ingredients. Professional kitchens rely on weight because it's consistent regardless of technique or environmental factors.
Quick Reference
Standard Conversion
262g
per cup
Category
other
Common Mistakes
Assuming all ingredients can be measured the same way - spices, leaveners, and thickeners all have specific measuring requirements.
Conversion Tools
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