Recipes in the UK
I taught a lesson last week about recipes, and how they are different in the UK to other countries. For a start, we use pounds (lb) and ounces (oz), knowns as imperial measurements, as well as kilograms (kg) and grams (g), known as metric measurements. One kilo is 2.2lb. Some recipes have both units present, others may have one or the other. The oven temperatures are also different, and three different temperatures can be given. 'Gas mark' are for gas ovens, Celcius (Centigrade is the old fashioned name) or Fahrenheit are for electric. Don't forget that 'fan ovens' are hotter than usual electric ovens and you may need to reduce the recommended temperature, if you don't want to burn your food! Recipes are a great way to learn the imperative in English, (giving commands), so have a look at a recipe today and improve your English. Happy cooking! Fahrenheit Celsius Gas Mark Terminology 275 degrees F 140 degrees C 1 V...