Pyrex Prepware 1-Quart Measuring Cup, Clear with Red Measurements
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Kitchen and Housewares Reviews of Pyrex Prepware 1-Quart Measuring Cup, Clear with Red Measurements
Customer Review: Pyrex 1-quart measuring cup
Summary: 4 Stars
Pyrex Prepware 1-Quart Measuring Cup, Clear with Red Measurements
The Pyrex 1-quart measuring cup at @4.99 is good value for the money. It is the old fashion type that is made of glass, which makes it heavier and sturdier but more prone to breakage. However, you will not have to worry about the lettering fading over time. Since it is made of glass and larger than most measuring cups at 1-quart size, you can heat up many of your recipe liquids in this measuring cup without making another dish dirty. There are two downsides. First is its large size that takes up more room than other measuring cups. However, I keep it stacked in other bowls to take up less room so this hasn't been that big a problem. Second, it is made of glass. This is both a postive and a negative. I like that it is made of glass so I can cook items in the microwave using this measuring cup. However, it is much easier to break. All in all, I am glad I made this purchase.
Customer Review: Not essential, but useful
Summary: 4 Stars
The Pyrex 1 quart measuring cup is not an essential kitchen item like the Pyrex Prepware 2-Cup Measuring Cup, Clear with Red Measurements, but certainly has a role for some people.
Pyrex makes first rate kitchen glassware. It can handle heat or cold safely, and stands up to normal uses for decades.
The two main uses for the one quart measuring 'cup': for cooking for larger groups, and microwaving larger amounts of liquid stuff. When cooking for more than four or so, it is convenient to measure larger quantities at a time. You're doubling a recipe that calls for one and a half cups of something? No worries, pour once and on to the next thing. For microwaving, Pyrex works like a champ. The one quart size makes a large batch of hot liquid easy with the microwave, and you can watch the progress (if needed) through the sides.
I don't use it daily, but I'm sure many people do.
E. M. Van Court
Customer Review: Awkward
Summary: 3 Stars
I didn't see a traditional tall quart cup on Amazon.com and thought that either (a)there might be some advantages to the this squat style or (b)the photo was distorted and this was the traditional tall. No dimensions were given in the description.
Wrong on both accounts.
1. The cup is heavy and the broad squat style extends the center of gravity far away from the wrist.
2. The handle is too short for a firm grip.
Result: Considerable more stress on the hand and wrist than necessary, even when empty.
Am not sure why Amazon.com or the manufacturer would want the extra liability.
On top of that, it is much easier to get more accurate measurements with the traditional tall style.
Nevertheless, there are some pros: This has quality materials, with heavy duty glass and easy to read permanent printing. The weight and width make this a great water dish for cats and small to medium sized dogs! It doesn' tip as easily as the tall form :-)
Customer Review: Great Size for Measuring and Microwaving
Summary: 5 Stars
I love this measuring cup. It's a perfect size for a variety of measuring, mixing and microwaving.
Glass Pyrex measuring cups and bowls are perfect to measure your ingredients in and then just pop right in the microwave to heat up. The open handle is great to hold onto while mixing and also great to grab while removing hot ingredients out of the microwave. The handle doesn't get hot in the microwave. I have the 1 cup, 2 cup, 4 cup and the 8 cup measuring cups in Pyrex. They are great. I love the durable glass instead of plastic, so no worries about bacteria, odors or chemicals. The markings in red are easy to read too. They are also made in the USA.
Highly recommend. This size is the one that I use the most in my kitchen. I use it every morning to make my grits in and almost every night to make my mashed potatoes in. Its also great to make pudding, melt butter and a variety of other foods.
Customer Review: One Pesky Problem In Otherwise Perfect Pyrex
Summary: 2 Stars
I have an "older model" of the 1-Quart Pyrex Measuring Cup, so I have a direct comparison. My original is tall and slender, with thick glass. The new version is short, wide and the glass is thinner. I don't know if this makes a difference, but my problem is thus: When pouring liquid, my new Measuring Cup DRIPS. The spout allows liquid to escape down the outside of the container, often outside my bowl. This is not what I'm looking for when attempting to achieve an exact amount of any ingredient needed in a recipe. However, Pyrex is Pyrex. Great for SO many things, and this is a perfect size container for a million different applications ... thus it's impossible for me to give it less than 2 stars. Just keep in mind that you may experience the same issues as I'm having around accurate pouring.