Recipe website that uses the ingredients you have on-hand?

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I'm looking for a website, or even a software program, where I can input the food ingredient(s) I have on hand and have it show me a recipe suggestion(s) that would use those specific ingredients. I'm sure there are many available, but I thought I'd see if anyone has a favorite(s) they might recommend?

Thank you!

Ed
 
You can also try any LLM like ChatGPT.

"BERT, I got a carrot, an egg, two Graham crackers, a can of anchovies, and one stick of butter. Please come up with a recipe for dinner."

LLM crashes.
 
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vavavroom said:
You can also try any LLM like ChatGPT.

"BERT, I got a carrot, an egg, two Graham crackers, a can of anchovies, and one stick of butter. Please come up with a recipe for dinner."

LLM crashes.
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I've used ChatGPT in a similar way.

I asked: what is a simple sauce that would go well with chicken, peppers and onions in a bowl

A simple sauce that pairs well with chicken, peppers, and onions is a lemon garlic butter sauce. It’s quick to make and complements the savory flavors of the dish. Here’s a basic approach:

Ingredients:​

  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional: a pinch of red pepper flakes or fresh herbs like parsley

Directions:​

  1. Melt butter in a small pan over medium heat.
  2. Add garlic and sauté for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant (be careful not to burn it).
  3. Stir in lemon juice and season with salt, pepper, and optional red pepper flakes for some heat.
  4. Drizzle the sauce over your bowl of chicken, peppers, and onions, and enjoy!
This sauce is light, zesty, and perfect for enhancing the dish's natural flavors without overwhelming them. You can adjust the garlic and lemon quantities based on your preference.


To which I replied: Something else

Another simple and delicious sauce that pairs well with chicken, peppers, and onions is a honey mustard sauce. The sweetness from the honey balances with the tangy mustard and complements the savory chicken and vegetables.

Ingredients:​

  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil or mayonnaise (for a creamier texture)
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice or vinegar
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Directions:​

  1. In a small bowl, whisk together the Dijon mustard, honey, and olive oil or mayonnaise until smooth.
  2. Add the lemon juice or vinegar for a bit of tang, and season with salt and pepper.
  3. Drizzle over your chicken, peppers, and onions for a flavorful and easy finish.
This honey mustard sauce adds a sweet and tangy contrast to the dish, making it a crowd-pleaser!
 
vavavroom said:
You can also try any LLM like ChatGPT.

"BERT, I got a carrot, an egg, two Graham crackers, a can of anchovies, and one stick of butter. Please come up with a recipe for dinner."

LLM crashes.
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Anchovy Carrot Scramble with Graham Cracker Crust​

Ingredients:​

  • 1 carrot, grated
  • 1 egg
  • 2 Graham crackers, crushed
  • 1 can of anchovies, drained
  • 1 stick of butter

Instructions:​

  1. Prepare the Graham Cracker Crust:
    • Crush the Graham crackers into fine crumbs.
    • Melt half of the butter in a pan over medium heat.
    • Add the Graham cracker crumbs to the melted butter and stir until well combined.
    • Press the mixture into the bottom of a small baking dish to form a crust. Set aside.
  2. Cook the Carrot and Anchovies:
    • Grate the carrot and set aside.
    • In a skillet, melt the remaining butter over medium heat.
    • Add the grated carrot and cook until it starts to soften, about 3-4 minutes.
    • Add the anchovies and cook for another 2-3 minutes, breaking them up with a spatula.
  3. Make the Scramble:
    • In a bowl, whisk the egg.
    • Pour the egg into the skillet with the carrot and anchovies.
    • Stir continuously until the egg is fully cooked and scrambled, about 2-3 minutes.
  4. Assemble the Dish:
    • Spoon the carrot and anchovy scramble over the Graham cracker crust in the baking dish.
    • Optionally, you can bake it in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 5-10 minutes to set the crust and meld the flavors together.
  5. Serve:
    • Let it cool slightly before serving. Enjoy your unique and flavorful dinner!
This recipe combines the savory flavors of anchovies and scrambled eggs with the sweetness of carrots and the crunch of a Graham cracker crust. It’s a creative way to use the ingredients you have on hand!
 
benjamming said:

Anchovy Carrot Scramble with Graham Cracker Crust​

Ingredients:​

  • 1 carrot, grated
  • 1 egg
  • 2 Graham crackers, crushed
  • 1 can of anchovies, drained
  • 1 stick of butter

Instructions:​

  1. Prepare the Graham Cracker Crust:
    • Crush the Graham crackers into fine crumbs.
    • Melt half of the butter in a pan over medium heat.
    • Add the Graham cracker crumbs to the melted butter and stir until well combined.
    • Press the mixture into the bottom of a small baking dish to form a crust. Set aside.
  2. Cook the Carrot and Anchovies:
    • Grate the carrot and set aside.
    • In a skillet, melt the remaining butter over medium heat.
    • Add the grated carrot and cook until it starts to soften, about 3-4 minutes.
    • Add the anchovies and cook for another 2-3 minutes, breaking them up with a spatula.
  3. Make the Scramble:
    • In a bowl, whisk the egg.
    • Pour the egg into the skillet with the carrot and anchovies.
    • Stir continuously until the egg is fully cooked and scrambled, about 2-3 minutes.
  4. Assemble the Dish:
    • Spoon the carrot and anchovy scramble over the Graham cracker crust in the baking dish.
    • Optionally, you can bake it in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 5-10 minutes to set the crust and meld the flavors together.
  5. Serve:
    • Let it cool slightly before serving. Enjoy your unique and flavorful dinner!
This recipe combines the savory flavors of anchovies and scrambled eggs with the sweetness of carrots and the crunch of a Graham cracker crust. It’s a creative way to use the ingredients you have on hand!
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Delish! QED.
 
Ed_Flecko said:
I'm looking for a website, or even a software program, where I can input the food ingredient(s) I have on hand and have it show me a recipe suggestion(s) that would use those specific ingredients. I'm sure there are many available, but I thought I'd see if anyone has a favorite(s) they might recommend?

Thank you!

Ed
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While you can't necessarily plug in ingredients Chef Jean Pierre has a wonderfully laid out website and you can choose what you have i.e. chicken breast, beef , soup then go from there.
 
JohnnyG said:
Yeah, they put that "stuff" on everything!
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They use it frequently on savory foods. People here put ketchup on "everything," including eggs and meatloaf. So gross.
JohnnyG said:
My wife found that recipe on FB, needless to say, it did NOT improve the flavor of the scrambled eggs! :LOL:
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Maybe the recipe was not good and maybe it just wasn't to the liking of the person who tried it. For example, I just don't care for soy sauce eggs anymore than I do for the typically overcooked rubbery American scrambled eggs or omelette. With eggs, I look to les grenouilles for my favorite egg dishes. Some ethnic food is just weird if you have not grown up eating it. For example, I find just the idea of PB&J or chocolate spread revolting. Tastes, good and bad, vary greatly and are not universal.
 
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