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Bring That Ice Cream Scoop Out Of Hybernation!

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An Ice cream scoop doesn't need to JUST be used on ice cream! It's a great way to portion control things like: Mashed potatoes, mac-n-cheese, even desserts!

- Submitted by SINGLEMOM34 6/4/2011 in Healthy Eating | 2 Comments

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If you want your cookies to turn out uniform in size use an ice cream scoop to measure out the dough. They have all sizes of ice cream scoops now. I find it much easier and neater than using a spoon.

- Submitted by CGARR442 6/4/2011 | 5 Comments | View Secret

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I love ice cream but I can't seem to just have one scoop let alone half a scoop. The solution for me was to buy the TJ Mini Mint Mouthfuls...I only eat half a recommended serving...1 sandwich and it's only 60 calories and it packs a punch. I satisfy my ice cream craving without all the fat.

- Submitted by MALUQUINA 6/4/2011 | 1 Comments | View Secret

Ice Cream Scoop = Easy Portion Control

If you're watching your portion sizes of various foods at mealtimes, it can be tedious to use measuring cups. Here's a trick that's often used in cafeterias and professional kitchens: use an ice cream scoop with a retractable food release mechanism. They come in various sizes and make it easy to measure out a half cup serving or a tablespoon portion as long as you know how much the 'bowl' of the scoop contains (I've marked mine with permanent marker.) Quick, easy, and foolproof.

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Ice cream scoops are especially good for the home baker counting calories. Place batter into muffin cups or scoop cookie dough onto a baking sheet -- each serving will be uniform in size. Together, a scoop & the SparkRecipe calculator will help you measure and account for your homemade treats.

- Submitted by HAPANING 6/4/2011 | 1 Comments | View Secret

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