Wayne Boatwright wrote:
>
> I used to do that occasionally before I had a scale. I find the scale
> simpler and less messy. I just put a piece of plastic wrap on the top of the
> scale and spoon the solid shortening onto it. 1/2 cup of shortening equals 4
> oz. advp. In other words, ounce for ounce. Easy.

oh, wow, I need to get a kitchen scale. I never thought of this, and it
is BRILLIANT!!!