Frequently Asked Questions
Question
Q
Does anyone have any idea what a size #2-1/2 can is? I have an old recipe that calls for this size and I am lost! Thanks for your help.
Answer(s)
A
Here is a chart.
|
Can Size Number
|
Approximate |
Approximate |
|
No. 300 |
1 3/4 cups |
14 to 16 ounces |
|
No. 303 |
2 cups |
16 to 17 ounces |
|
No. 2 |
2 1/2 cups |
20 ounces |
|
No. 2 1/2 |
3 1/2 cups |
27 to 29 ounces |
|
No. 1 picnic |
1 1/4 cups |
10 1/2 to 12 ounces |
|
No. 3 |
5 3/4 cups |
51 ounces |
|
No. 10 |
3 quarts
|
6 1/2 pounds to 7 pounds and 5 ounces |
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