Need a recipe App

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You might do well to keep a paper copy of your most prized recipes. I keep a lot of stuff in apps, stored on PC, etc, but nothing beats a paper copy if it all goes south.
 
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You might do well to keep a paper copy of your most prized recipes. I keep a lot of stuff in apps, stored on PC, etc, but nothing beats a paper copy if it all goes south.
All mine are in Excel spreadsheets.
Not a problem for me having all in electronics.
Data gets replicated to other servers, and also have copies in a safe. :emoji_laughing:
 
I just write it down on paper and keep it in a book. I wish I saved my mom's cook book when we cleaned her house out to sell it after she passed away in 2001. Legit Betty crocker hard cover (red) from the 80's. She had lots of recipes from the years on paper in there.
 
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While an old thread, the topic is always current. All my recipes are kept in MacGourmet. I also maintain full smoking notes within each of the recipes. Nice addition is it sync's to the app on my phone so all are up to date and readily accessible. Pretty handy when you're at the grocery, on a whim decide to change plans and need to know ingredients.
 
Thread has been around the block a few times but still worth it... I'll have to check some of these out.

Ryan
 
I think someone above mentioned OneNote, but here is a bit more information.
  • Totally free from Microsoft and you can organize it any way you like (first image below)
  • Installs on PCs, phones, pads, etc.
  • Your OneNote file is kept on the MS servers. There is a single file that you share with anyone you like (I share my file with the wife)
  • You can manually type recipes, take screenshots and past them into a new recipe entry. Basically you start with a blank page and it works much like your word processor. I made a recipe template so I don't start from scratch each time.
  • I created a shopping list ordered by the stores I visit. The app automatically live updates on everyone's device. For example I can be checking items on the list(s) at home on my PC or phone, and the check marks automatically change on my wife's phone in real time. (second image). This feature alone has saved my bacon when she is out shopping and we need different items for dinner.
  • Any kind of list is possible. For instance, I have a packing list for RV trips, Home improvement parts lists, etc.
Now the downside: It is literally like a blank slate, much like a word processor, so there is a learning curve regarding becoming proficient with the program. In my opinion (and many others) OneNote is the best application Microsoft has ever made, and it is free. OneNote is probably the best for those willing to learn a new app.

This is my recipe notebook. It is organized (from left to right) by recipe category, then recipe list, then the recipe itself:
onenote1.jpg

My Winco shopping list as an example:
onenote2.jpg
 
All mine are in Excel spreadsheets.
Not a problem for me having all in electronics.
Data gets replicated to other servers, and also have copies in a safe. :emoji_laughing:
Think neutron bombs ......... all electronics wiped out unless in a Faraday cage.
 
I think someone above mentioned OneNote, but here is a bit more information.
  • Totally free from Microsoft and you can organize it any way you like (first image below)
  • Installs on PCs, phones, pads, etc.
  • Your OneNote file is kept on the MS servers. There is a single file that you share with anyone you like (I share my file with the wife)
  • You can manually type recipes, take screenshots and past them into a new recipe entry. Basically you start with a blank page and it works much like your word processor. I made a recipe template so I don't start from scratch each time.
  • I created a shopping list ordered by the stores I visit. The app automatically live updates on everyone's device. For example I can be checking items on the list(s) at home on my PC or phone, and the check marks automatically change on my wife's phone in real time. (second image). This feature alone has saved my bacon when she is out shopping and we need different items for dinner.
  • Any kind of list is possible. For instance, I have a packing list for RV trips, Home improvement parts lists, etc.
Now the downside: It is literally like a blank slate, much like a word processor, so there is a learning curve regarding becoming proficient with the program. In my opinion (and many others) OneNote is the best application Microsoft has ever made, and it is free. OneNote is probably the best for those willing to learn a new app.

This is my recipe notebook. It is organized (from left to right) by recipe category, then recipe list, then the recipe itself:
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My Winco shopping list as an example:
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Looks good! Is there a lesson site?? Or just poke around?
 
Not a recipe app that looks up recipes but an app that let's me put in my own recipes. There are so many good ones i come across on here i'd like to keep them in my phone (and back them up) I have an android phone..... Whatcha Got? ))
Try cookmate.
 
Looks good! Is there a lesson site?? Or just poke around?
There is a reasonable YouTube video that covers the main points. You can also Google search for something like "using OneNote for recipes" resulting in a list from which you can choose what suits you. Lastly, I'd be glad to help if you have specific questions. As I mentioned, there is a rather steep learning curve to master all the nuances.

 
I have been using Paprika on my iPhone and love it! If there was a way for it to support forum recipes it would be better. But with that said I just copy paste if I feel the need to copy something here. One of the features that paprika has is the ability to save web based recipes from supported sites. Just use the search feature in Paprika and select the recipe site you want hit save. It breaks out the ingredients and directions with out having to copy paste. Has a meal planner which I really don't use. Also has a grocery list generator that is awesome. Has cook timers, Conversion calculator, scale ingredients tool. It is also cloud supported so you can access your recipes from other devices. For $4.99 it does everything I wanted and then some.

http://www.smokingmeatforums.com/t/139549/recipe-apps-for-iphone-ipad
Yup that my go to App, been using it for years.
 
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