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Why: If you create recipes with a Thermomix, bread machine, Instant Pot, or any appliance that produces a measured output, this guide shows you how to set up your app to match your workflow perfectly.
Quick Start
Open the Recipe Editor for a new or existing recipe.
Switch Output Type to Yield.
Enter the total output amount and unit (e.g., 500g for hummus).
Save your recipe.
Add your yield recipe to a meal plan as needed.
Setting Up Your First Yield Recipe
Creating yield recipes is straightforward and tailored for appliance-based workflows. Here’s how to do it:
Open the Recipe Editor in the App Station.
Change the Output Type to Yield.
Enter the total output amount and select the appropriate unit (grams, liters, cups, etc.).
Examples of Yield Recipes:
Thermomix Soup: Makes 2L
Bread Machine Loaf: Makes 750g
Instant Pot Broth: Makes 6 cups
Food Processor Dip: Makes 400g
This setup ensures your recipes reflect the actual output your appliances produce, making it easier for your members to understand what to expect.
Importing Existing Recipes
If you have recipes stored in spreadsheets or documents, you can easily import them into your app. Use the import template, which includes a Serving Mode column. Here’s how:
Mark recipes as Yield in the template.
Include the yield amount and unit in the corresponding columns.
Upload the completed template through the import feature.
The system can also auto-detect yield recipes if yield data is present without servings.
Nutrition for Yield Recipes
Nutrition is calculated based on the yield amount. For instance, if a hummus recipe yields 500g and contains 1500 calories, the platform will display 3 cal/g. This makes it easy for members to calculate their portions.
Overriding Nutrition
You can override nutrition values per unit of yield. Simply enter the custom values in the nutrition section of the recipe editor, and they will apply to the yield amount.
Adding Yield Recipes to Meal Plans
When adding yield recipes to meal plans, you can specify how much of the yield to use. For example, if your hummus recipe yields 500g, you can allocate 100g for lunch. The system will automatically calculate the nutrition and adjust shopping list quantities accordingly.
Batch Cooking with Yield
Many appliance users enjoy batch cooking. Here’s how to set it up effectively:
Create a prep session with the full yield (e.g., batch 500g of hummus on Sunday).
Portion it across multiple meals (e.g., 100g for Monday, 150g for Tuesday).
The shopping list will only count ingredients once for the full batch, streamlining your grocery needs.
What Your Members See
When members view yield recipes, they will see labels like "Makes 500g" instead of servings. If scaling is enabled, members can adjust the yield amount, and the ingredients will scale automatically. Cooking Mode works seamlessly with yield recipes, and PDFs will display the yield amount clearly.
Tips for Appliance Creators
Use grams for consistency across your recipes.
Match the yield to what your appliance actually produces.
Utilize component recipes for sauces or bases that go into larger dishes.
Consider disabling scaling if your appliance has a fixed capacity to avoid confusion.
By following this guide, you'll be able to create a seamless experience for your members, ensuring they get the most out of your appliance-based recipes.