recipe
noun
rec·i·pe
ˈre-sə-(ˌ)pē 
2
: a set of instructions for making something from various ingredients
3
: a formula or procedure for doing or attaining something
a recipe for success
Examples of recipe in a Sentence
The recipe calls for fresh thyme.
I didn't read the recipe carefully.
This is one of my grandmother's recipes.
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Emma Laperruque, Bon Appetit Magazine, 18 May 2026
Most recipes also include honey to balance out the acidity, and some add ginger or lemon for additional flavor.
—Sarah Anzlovar, Verywell Health, 17 May 2026
These 12 recipes prove the retro dessert still deserves a place at today’s table.
—Ginger Crichton, Midwest Living, 17 May 2026
Seems like older recipes used to specify a garlic press.
—Becky Krystal, Washington Post, 17 May 2026
See All Example Sentences for recipe
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recipe
noun
rec·i·pe
ˈres-ə-(ˌ)pē
2
: a set of instructions for making something (as a food dish) from various things
a recipe for beef stew
3
: method of proceeding
a recipe for success
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recipe
noun
rec·i·pe
ˈres-ə-(ˌ)pē
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