Measured Success

I got something in my Christmas stocking this year that I never knew I needed, and now I am wondering how I ever lived without it. It’s called a Mini Measure but you may recognize as a modified shot glass. The thing that makes it different from a regular shot glass is that the measurements on the outside are for teaspoons, tablespoons and millilitres (maximum quantity is 2 Tbsp), making it ideal for measuring vanilla extract and other liquid ingredients, without the fear of spilling them out of the measuring spoon before you get them in the bowl. It’s certainly measured up to be perfect baking companion. ($3.99 from www.mileskimball.com)