Recipe

usgb/ˈresəpi/
noun

A set of instructions for cooking a particular type of food.

I followed the recipe but the cake still didn't turn out well.
Visual representation of "recipe" - A set of instructions for cooking a particular type of food

Often appears as...

  • follow a recipe
  • recipe book
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Culinary Context

Use 'recipe' when discussing topics related to cooking and baking.

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Could you share your grandmother's cookie recipe with me?
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Not Always Cooking

'Recipe' can also metaphorically apply to any situation requiring a specific combination of elements.

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A good night's sleep is the perfect recipe for a productive day.
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Implied Precision

Following a recipe usually implies careful measuring and adherence to instructions.

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He carefully measured the spices according to the recipe.
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