--- title: How to Create Recipes description: This guide shows how to create recipes in Kitchen CUT. --- [Skip to content](https://support.kitchencut.com/how-to-create-recipes#main-content) English Show submenu for translations [More support](https://support.kitchencut.com/kb-tickets/new?hsLang=en) ![KC-H-18.jpg\]](https://support.kitchencut.com/hs-fs/hubfs/KC-H-18.jpg?height=40&name=KC-H-18.jpg) - [Contact Us](https://www.kitchencut.com/contact-us) Open main navigation Close main navigation - [Contact Us](https://www.kitchencut.com/contact-us) - English Show submenu for translations - [More support](https://support.kitchencut.com/kb-tickets/new) - Jump to kitchencut.com Jump to kitchencut.com Hello. How can we help you? - There are no suggestions because the search field is empty. 1. [F+B Engine | Support Center](https://support.kitchencut.com/?hsLang=en) 2. [MENU COSTING](https://support.kitchencut.com/menu-costing?hsLang=en) 3. [Recipes](https://support.kitchencut.com/menu-costing?hsLang=en#recipes) # How to Create Recipes ## This guide shows how to create recipes in Kitchen CUT. Recipes in Kitchen CUT allow you to build structured, costed components that can be used independently or grouped into menus. These are essential for margin analysis, allergen tracking, and inventory depletion. > ๐Ÿงญ **Navigation:** > Go to **Menu Costing** \> **Recipes** \> click **+ New Recipe** --- #### ๐Ÿงพ Creating a New Recipe 1. **Access the Recipes tab** Go to **Menu Costing** \> **Recipes**. 2. **Click + New Recipe** This opens the new recipe setup window.![](https://support.kitchencut.com/hubfs/Screenshot%202021-02-14%20at%2021-45-27-png.png) 3. **Complete the recipe information fields:** - **Recipe Name** โ€“ The name of the recipe. - **Recipe Yield** โ€“ The number of portions the recipe produces. - **Category** โ€“ Assign a category to organise your recipes. - **Revenue Outlet** - Which outlets will be shared this recipe. - **Class** - Which inventory the recipe will be assigned to (Beverage, Food etc). ![](https://support.kitchencut.com/hubfs/Screenshot%202021-02-14%20at%2021-47-01-png.png) - **Sales Price (excl. VAT)** โ€“ If relevant, input a sales price for margin analysis. - **VAT Rate** โ€“ Select the appropriate VAT rate. - **Cost of Sales Target.** - **Wastage (%)** โ€“ Account for any ingredient loss.![](https://support.kitchencut.com/hubfs/Screenshot%202021-02-14%20at%2021-10-14-png.png) --- #### โž• Adding Ingredients or Sub-Recipes Once saved, you'll be taken to the **Recipe Detail** screen where you can begin adding components. - **To add ingredients:** Use the **Search Product** field to add products. - **To add sub-recipes:** Search and select an existing recipe as part of this build.![](https://support.kitchencut.com/hubfs/Screenshot%202021-02-14%20at%2021-49-03-png.png) - **To add preparation steps:** Use the **Instructions** tab to outline cooking or prep instructions.![](https://support.kitchencut.com/hubfs/Screenshot%202021-02-14%20at%2021-50-43-png.png) --- #### ๐Ÿ“ Useful Features - **Nutrition & Allergen Tracking** Linked products carry nutritional and allergen information, which is automatically included in the recipe profile.![](https://support.kitchencut.com/hubfs/Screenshot%202021-02-14%20at%2021-54-28-png.png) - **'Suitable For'** Here you can manually apply 'suitable for' labels to final recipes. You can customise the options for these labels in Settings \> Menu Costing \> Suitable For.ย ![](https://support.kitchencut.com/hubfs/Screenshot%202021-02-14%20at%2021-52-23-png.png) - **Cost & Margin Reporting** Recipes calculate cost per portion, GP%, and theoretical margins based on the sales price![](https://support.kitchencut.com/hubfs/Screenshot%202021-02-14%20at%2021-49-50-png.png). - **Stock Association** When linked correctly, recipes enable accurate depletion of stock when mapped to menu items in the POS module. --- #### โœ… Best Practices - Ensure all ingredients are linked to actual supplier products for accurate costing and inventory usage. - Use **sub-recipes** for repeatable elements (e.g., sauces, dressings) to maintain consistency and save time. - Review and update recipe costs regularly in line with supplier price changes. --- #### โ“FAQs **Can I duplicate an existing recipe?** Yes โ€” use the **Actions** dropdown next to a recipe in the Recipes tab and select **Duplicate**. **What happens if an ingredient is no longer available?** The system will flag it on the recipe. 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