Add another field to ingredient list

Referring from this issue http://drupal.org/node/720638
I was hoping another field could be added to this module similar to the Processing/notes field. We've really enjoyed having this field but find having two note fields would offer more flexibility of description.
The main reason being: listing attributes before ingredient names is a more conventional way for writing out recipes, in most places.
An example would be "1/2 cup chopped ginger and 1/2 cup ginger (chopped)" can result in two different amounts. Depending on how you read this line. I've been finding that in some instances this can create a bunch of confusion. Having a field before the ing->name would also allow for things like weight or size of the item when the recipe calls for it as a whole, such as 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese. Where '1' is the numerical value, '(8 ounce) package' is the prefix note and 'cream cheese' is the ing->name. I realize this '8 ounce' can also be identified in the numerical value but listing it the other way also makes it more understandable as a shopping list.
I realize this is a very small issue but in the interest of keeping my ingredient list free from 'fresh basil' and 'chopped' basil' and instead list just 'basil' for all, would you be able to include a field that comes before the $ingredient->name? I suppose it could work exactly like the 'note' field does, minus the '(' and ')'.
Thanks a ton