Bessie the Cow

Too many of my tweets/texts/posts are about food, so I've decided to create a blog to document my many food adventures. I'll post recipes I've tried/recipes I like/food that looks crazy delicious. I believe in eating fresh, organic, and healthy and believe that this lifestyle should be affordable and accessible for everyone. Bon appetit!

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Food Conversion Chart

CUPS to MILILITERS (cup to ml)

1 cup = 16 tablespoons = 48 teaspoons = 240 ml 3/4 cup = 12 tablespoons = 36 teaspoons = 180 ml 2/3 cup = 11 tablespoons = 32 teaspoons = 160 ml 1/2 cup = 8 tablespoons = 24 teaspoons = 120 ml 1/3 cup = 5 tablespoons = 16 teaspoons = 80 ml 1/4 cup = 4 tablespoons = 12 teaspoons = 60 ml 1 tablespoon = 15 ml 1 teaspoon = 5 ml

CUPS to FLUID OUNCES (cup to fl. oz)

1 cup = 8 fl oz 3/4 cup = 6 fl oz 2/3 cup = 5 fl oz 1/2 cup = 4 fl oz 1/3 cup = 3 fl oz 1/4 cup = 2 fl oz 1 tablespoon = 0.5 fl oz 1 fl oz = 2 tablespoons = 6 teaspoons

FAHRENHEIT to CELCIUS (F to C)

500 F = 260 C 475 F = 245 C 450 F = 235 C 425 F = 220 C 400 F = 205 C 375 F = 190 C 350 F = 180 C 325 F = 160 C 300 F = 150 C 275 F = 135 C 250 F = 120 C 225 F = 107 C

FLOUR (CUP to GRAMS)

1 cup flour = 140 grams 3/4 cup flour = 105 grams 2/3 cup flour = 95 grams 1/2 cup flour = 70 grams 1/3 cup flour = 50 grams 1/4 cup flour = 35 grams 1 tablespoon flour = 10 grams

* Weights may change according to method used. Above are according to ‘dip and sweep’ method.

BUTTER (CUP to STICKS to OUNCES to GRAMS)

1 cup butter = 2 sticks = 8 ounces = 230 grams

GRANULATED SUGAR (CUP to GRAMS)

1 cup sugar = 200 grams 3/4 cup sugar = 150 grams 2/3 cup sugar = 135 grams 1/2 cup sugar = 100 grams 1/3 cup sugar = 70 grams 1/4 cup sugar = 50 grams 1 tablespoon sugar = 15 grams

BROWN SUGAR (CUP to GRAMS)

1 cup sugar = 220 grams 3/4 cup sugar = 165 grams 2/3 cup sugar = 145 grams 1/2 cup sugar = 110 grams 1/3 cup sugar = 75 grams 1/4 cup sugar = 55 grams 1 tablespoon sugar = 15 grams

COCOA (CUP to GRAMS)

1 cup cocoa = 105 grams 3/4 cup cocoa = 80 grams 2/3 cup cocoa = 70 grams 1/2 cup cocoa = 55 grams 1/3 cup cocoa = 35 grams 1/4 cup cocoa = 25 grams 1 tablespoon cocoa = 7 grams

* Weights may change according to method used. Above are according to ’spoon and level’ method.

CORNSTARCH (CUP to GRAMS)

1 cup cornstarch = 125 grams 3/4 cup cornstarch = 95 grams 2/3 cup cornstarch = 85 grams 1/2 cup cornstarch = 65 grams 1/3 cup cornstarch = 40 grams 1/4 cup cornstarch = 30 grams 1 tablespoon cornstarch = 8 grams

* Weights may change according to method used. Above are according to ’spoon and level’ method.

POWDERED SUGAR (CUP to GRAMS)

1 cup powdered sugar = 160 grams 3/4 cup powdered sugar = 120 grams 2/3 cup powdered sugar = 105 grams 1/2 cup powdered sugar = 80 grams 1/3 cup powdered sugar = 55 grams 1/4 cup powdered sugar = 40 grams 1 tablespoon powdered sugar = 10 grams

* Weights may change according to method used. Above are according to ’spoon and level’ method.

EGG

1 egg (without shell) = 50 grams 1 egg yolk = 20 grams 1 egg white = 30 grams

POUNDS to GRAMS

1/4 pound = 112 grams 1/2 pound = 225 grams 3/4 pound = 340 grams 1 pound = 450 grams 1,25 pound = 560 grams 1,5 pound = 675 grams 2 pound = 900 grams 2,25 pound = 1 kilogram 3 pound = 1,35 kilograms 4,5 pound = 2 kilograms

OUNCES to GRAMS

1 oz = 28 grams 2 oz = 56 grams 3,5 oz = 100 grams 4 oz = 112 grams 5 oz = 140 grams 6 oz = 168 grams 8 oz = 225 grams 9 oz = 250 grams 10 oz = 280 grams 12 oz = 340 grams 16 oz = 450 grams 18 oz = 500 grams 20 oz = 560 grams 24 oz = 675 grams 27 oz = 750 grams 36 oz = 1 kilogram 54 oz = 1,5 kilograms 72 oz = 2 kilograms

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What we ended up getting... most excited to try the cappuccino mousse cake on the top right. 

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The front of the shop.

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Cakes. Note the Tiffany style cake on the right. 

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Black Forest Bakery

Today I also got to go to Black Forest Bakery in Greenwich, CT. I have been going to Black Forest since I was a little girl. I have vague memories of me in a stroller enjoying their frosted cookies. I took some photos which should hopefully do the talking for me, their deserts and treats are unbelievable. 

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Selection of cookies, the bottom right ones are the ones I have been enjoying since I was a toddler. 

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The salad bar 

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BREAD

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The front entrance. 

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The Kneaded Bread

Today my mom, sister, friend, and I went to the Kneaded Bread in Port Chester New York for lunch. The Kneaded Bread is one of those hidden gems with amazing amazing food. Every time I go, I never want to leave, the friendly scent of bread wafts through the air, and they have endless homemade food options sure to fill any craving you may have. Some of my all time favorites are their rosemary bread, tuna fish salad sandwich, chicken curry, and thai coconut soup. My mom swears by their carrot ginger soup and buys it in bulk. Truth be told, you can't go wrong as even a simple coffee and donut will be sure be impressive.

As they just recently expanded and have added a new salad bar, we all decided to creat our own salads. You choose your greens, toppings, and dressings for $7.50 which includes four toppings and a fresh roll. After a long debate, I ended up getting romaine/mixed green salad base with chick peas, mushroom, cucumber, carrots, feta cheese, and avocado (for an additional price) with red wine vinaigrette. And I have to say, it was delicious. If you are ever in the area, I highly recommend it. (Pictures to come soon)

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Tea. Perfect for any day, time, moment. Right now I'm enjoying a peppermint tea after a long day of travel. Cheers 

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Hey there - cool blog you got going! Hope you don't mind if I use some of your content later down the road, great stuff. New follower, can you please follow me back?

Hi!! Thank you so much. Of course, you can use anything! Just followed :) 

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Smiley face in my pancake!

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this grilled cheese concept, tell me more.