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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 your recipe.
Switch Output Type to Yield.
Enter the total output amount (e.g., 500) and select the unit (e.g., g).
Save your recipe.
Add your yield recipe to a meal plan as needed.
Setting Up Your First Yield Recipe
Creating a yield recipe is straightforward. 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 (e.g., grams, liters).
Appliance Examples
Thermomix Soup: Makes 2L
Bread Machine Loaf: Makes 750g
Instant Pot Broth: Makes 6 cups
Food Processor Dip: Makes 400g
This setup allows you to accurately represent the output of your recipes, making it easier for your members to understand how much they will produce.
Importing Existing Recipes
If you have recipes saved in spreadsheets or documents, you can easily import them using the template provided. Here’s how:
Download the import template from the App Station.
Fill in the Serving Mode column and mark recipes as Yield.
Include the yield amount and unit in the appropriate columns.
Upload the completed template back into the App Station.
The system will 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 example, if a 500g hummus recipe has 1500 calories, the platform will display it as 3 calories per gram. This makes it easy for your members to calculate their portions.
You can also override nutrition values in the same way — simply enter the values per unit of yield.
Adding Yield Recipes to Meal Plans
When adding a yield recipe to a meal plan, specify how much of the yield you want to use. For example, if you have a hummus recipe that makes 500g, you can specify 100g to be used for lunch. The system will automatically calculate nutrition and shopping list quantities based on this amount.
Batch Cooking with Yield
Many appliance users enjoy batch cooking. You can set up a prep session with the full yield (e.g., batch 500g of hummus on Sunday) and then portion it across multiple meals, like 100g for Monday and 150g for Tuesday. The shopping list will only count ingredients once for the full batch, simplifying your grocery shopping.
What Your Members See
When your members view yield-mode recipes, they will see labels like "Makes 500 g" instead of servings. If scaling is enabled, members can adjust the yield amount, and the ingredients will scale automatically. The Cooking Mode will also work seamlessly with yield recipes, and PDFs will display the yield amount.
Tips for Appliance Creators
Use grams for consistency across recipes.
Match the yield to what your appliance actually produces.
Use component recipes for sauces and bases that go into larger dishes.
Consider disabling scaling if your appliance has a fixed capacity to avoid confusion.
By following this guide, you can effectively manage your appliance-based recipes and provide a seamless experience for your members. Happy cooking!