> I'm pretty much a "by the recipe" cook. Got my measuring cups and spoons
> always within reach.
>
> Sometimes though the recipe just seems off kilter. Take 2 pounds of this,
> 3
> cups of that, 2 of this diced veggie and other stuff, it calls for a pinch
> of
> freshly ground pepper.
>
> Like, HUH???
>
> Even my dear departed Grandmas would say so.
>
> THE TIME IS RIGHT to abolish pinches, drops, dashes, etc. in recipes. Just
> might as well leave them out of the recipe OR at least double up.
>
> Write your congressman/congresswoman.
>
> Andy

Or use this gadget

http://www.spacesavers.com/dash.html?source=froogle

This mini measuring spoon set features:
• Made of 18/10 Stainless Steel
• Smidgen = 1/32 tsp
• Pinch = 1/16 tsp
• Dash = 1/8 tsp
• Overall length- 4"
• Dishwasher safe