A Recipe Markup Language
Cooklang is a simple, human-readable text format for writing recipes that can be understood by both cooks and computers.
Write @flour{2%cups} and ~{25%minutes} in plain text files.
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---
title: Pasta Aglio e Olio
servings: 2
time: 20 minutes
---
Bring @water{2%L} to a boil in a #pot.
Add @spaghetti{200%g} and cook for
~{10%minutes} until al dente.
Meanwhile, heat @olive oil{4%tbsp} in
a #pan over medium heat. Add
@garlic{4%cloves}(sliced thin) and
@red pepper flakes{1%tsp}.
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