Measuring spoons

A set of spoons in graduated sizes used for measuring cooking ingredients. Most sets include 1 tablespoon, 1 teaspoon, 1/2 teaspoon, 1/4 teaspoon. and sometimes 1/8 teaspoon. Spoons are available in metal or plastic. It is handy to have a set where all the spoons are connected with a ring. This helps to keep the spoons together when stored. To use a measuring spoon to measure dry ingredients fill the appropriate spoon with the ingredient and level it off by scraping off the excess with the back of a knife or any straight edge implement. Leveling is not necessary (or practical) if measuring liquids.