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The phrase "a cup at a time" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used to convey the idea of taking things slowly or managing tasks in small increments.
Example: "When facing a big project, it's best to approach it a cup at a time to avoid feeling overwhelmed."
Alternatives: "one step at a time" or "piece by piece."
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Fold in a cup at a time, using a large wooden spoon.
Whisk in the bulgur, then whisk in the flours a cup at a time.
Then you begin adding stock, about a cup at a time, stirring everything together.
Stir in all-purpose flour a cup at a time by hand or by machine to form a dough.
Add 2 cups all-purpose flour, a cup at a time, mixing until a ball of dough forms.
Reduce the heat to low; begin stirring in the cheese (to taste), a cup at a time, letting each addition melt before adding the next.
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Add water if necessary, a quarter cup at a time.
Turn down the heat and keep adding, a half cup at a time, to the rice.
If necessary to maintain soupy consistency, add water or bottled clam juice, a quarter cup at a time.
4. Start adding simmering stock, a half cup at a time, stirring, and adding additional as liquid is absorbed.
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