Recipe

Pronunciation: /ˈrɛsəpi/

Definitions of recipe

noun a set of instructions for preparing a particular dish or drink

Example Sentences

A1 I found a simple recipe for chocolate chip cookies.

A2 She followed the recipe step by step to make a delicious lasagna.

B1 The recipe called for a pinch of salt and a dash of pepper.

B2 This recipe for homemade bread requires patience and precision.

C1 The chef created a unique recipe that combined flavors from different cuisines.

C2 After years of experimenting, she perfected her signature recipe for seafood paella.

Examples of recipe in a Sentence

formal The chef followed the traditional recipe passed down through generations.

informal I found a great recipe online for homemade pizza.

slang Let's whip up that bomb recipe for chocolate chip cookies.

figurative A successful business plan is like a well-crafted recipe for success.

Grammatical Forms of recipe

• past tense: followed
• plural: recipes
• comparative: more recipe
• superlative: most recipe
• present tense: follow
• future tense: will follow
• perfect tense: have followed
• continuous tense: is following
• singular: recipe
• positive degree: good recipe
• infinitive: to follow
• gerund: following
• participle: followed

Origin and Evolution of recipe

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'recipe' comes from the Latin word 'recipere', which means 'to take' or 'to receive'. It was commonly used in medieval medical texts to introduce a list of ingredients and instructions for preparing medicines.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'recipe' evolved to refer to instructions for preparing food and drinks, transitioning from medicinal use to culinary use. It has become a standard term in cooking and baking recipes.