Yields

When creating Sub-Recipes or Recipes, you have full control over the final yield — whether you're scaling a batch up or adjusting for loss during preparation.

By default, the recipe yield is set to 1, meaning the sum of all ingredients is expected to equal a single finished unit of the recipe (e.g. 1 batch, 1 dish, 1 portion).

You have two options when managing yield depending on your production needs:

Option 1: Adjust Yield to Scale Recipe Volumes

If you want to increase or decrease the total quantity produced, simply amend the Yield field on the recipe form.

🔁 The system will automatically scale each ingredient accordingly.
⚠️ Be cautious with certain ingredients like salt, spice, or chilli — scaling these without review may result in unbalanced flavours.

Option 2: Adjust Yield to Reflect Weight or Volume Loss

If your recipe undergoes loss during production (e.g. liquid evaporation or shrinkage), you can reflect that by adjusting the yield without changing ingredient quantities.

To do this:

• Tick "Lock product quantities"

• Enter the final actual yield amount (e.g. if ingredients yield 0.9kg instead of 1kg)

✅ This preserves the original quantities while accurately recording the reduced output — ideal for recipes like caramelised onions or reduced sauces.

💡 Best Practices

• For consistent cost control and stock accuracy, always set yields that reflect real kitchen outputs 
• Use the “Lock product quantities” option when adjustingfor weight loss during cooking
• Review scaled ingredients carefully, especially where strong flavourings or allergens are involved

❓ FAQs

Does changing the yield affect the recipe cost?
Yes — the cost per unit will change depending on the final yield you set.

Can I scale recipes without editing them permanently?
Yes — you can temporarily scale recipes for forecasting in Cost Modelling or Production Lists without affecting the saved recipe yield.

Does the yield update affect the nutrition or allergen info?
No — nutritional values and allergens are still calculated based on the ingredients used unless you modify them directly.

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