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Old 06-11-2010, 09:25 AM   #1  
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Hello with another question:

When you have a recipe for example: 6 servings of low calorie Swiss Steak in a crockpot equals 247 calories per serving.

Do you put out six bowls or plates to measure each serving?

How do you know if you are getting equal portions of the meat and veges?

I am very compulsive with the exactness of it all.

What is the best way that you all do it to be most accurate.

Thank you so much for your answers.

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Old 06-11-2010, 09:35 AM   #2  
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You could weigh the whole recipe -- call it 18 oz. Then divide by six. So serving is 3 oz. So when you want to eat some, weigh out 3 oz.

Shy of pureeing the whole thing, you are going to have to relax about the meat: veg ratio. I don't think it needs to be THAT perfect.

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Old 06-11-2010, 10:28 AM   #3  
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Yes, if you are neurotic about getting the exact right amount, a kitchen scale is an absolute must. I seriously can't imagine doing this without mine.
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I usually cook just enough for one meal, but when I do cook larger amounts, I do divide it into ziplock bags and mark them with the contents and the calorie count.
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