How do I install the recipe mcp server?

Use a recorded configuration for your client, replace example credential values and paths, and verify the documented runtime. Restart or reconnect the client, then inspect the available tools.

What credentials does it need?

It reads `COOKWITH_API_URL` from the environment. Store these in your client's env block or a secrets manager — never commit them to a repository — and grant the narrowest scope that still covers your use case.

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Recipe MCP Server

Generate and remix recipes using cookwith.co

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What is the Recipe MCP Server?

Generate and remix recipes using cookwith.co

What the server does

An MCP (Model Context Protocol) server that provides AI-powered recipe generation and transformation tools. Generate personalized recipes based on dietary preferences, transform existing recipes to meet nutritional goals, and more.

🍳 Generate Recipes - Create custom recipes from natural language descriptions
🔄 Transform Recipes - Modify existing recipes (make vegan, adjust calories, etc.)
🥗 Dietary Support - Handle allergies, restrictions, and food preferences
📊 Nutrition Goals - Target specific calorie and protein requirements
🆓 Open Access - No API key required (rate limited)

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Maintainer setup documentation.

Recorded tools

Check the linked publisher documentation and your connected client's tool list. Names and availability can vary with the server version and account permissions.

Tool	What it does
generate_recipe	Generate a new recipe based on natural language instructions.
transform_recipe

How to install the Recipe MCP Server

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "recipe": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": ["-y", "@cookwith/recipe-mcp"],
      "env": {
        "COOKWITH_API_URL": "your-value"
      }
    }
  }
}

Add to claude_desktop_config.json, then restart Claude Desktop.

Configuration

Variable	Description	Required
COOKWITH_API_URL	Endpoint or connection string the server talks to.	Yes

Example prompts to try

“Use Recipe to generate recipe.”
“Use Recipe to transform recipe.”

Frequently asked questions

Generate and remix recipes using cookwith.co Confirm the tools offered by your installed version in the connected client. Tool availability and permissions depend on the server and account configuration.