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Getting Started with momoChef Web App

Last updated: 2026-10-23

Welcome to momoChef! This guide will help you get up and running quickly with your new recipe management system.

Sign in with email or Apple.

Creating Your Account

Getting started with momoChef is simple. You can sign up with your email address or use Sign in with Apple.

Sign Up Options

  • Email Signup: Enter your email address and create a password. You'll receive a verification email to confirm your account.
  • Apple Sign-in: Use Sign in with Apple for quick access — works on the web and on iOS.

Tip: If you sign up with email, make sure to check your spam folder if you don't receive the verification email within a few minutes.

Dashboard Overview

After logging in, you'll land on your dashboard. This is your home base for accessing all of momoChef's features.

Navigation Sidebar

The main navigation is located on the left side of the screen. Here's what you'll find:

  • Recipes: Browse, search, and manage all your recipes
  • Meal Planner: Plan your meals with the calendar view
  • Grocery Lists: Create and manage shopping lists (with Pantry nearby)
  • Community: Discover public recipes and connect with other cooks

Your account, messages, and settings live in the account menu at the top.

Quick Actions

On the Recipes page, the Add Recipe button opens the import menu with every way to add a recipe — URL, paste text, photo, file, or from scratch.

The Recipes page after signing in.

Basic Navigation

momoChef is designed to be intuitive and easy to navigate. Here are some tips to help you get around:

Using the Search

The search bar at the top of the Recipes page lets you quickly find recipes by name, ingredient, or tag. Just start typing and results will appear instantly.

Recipe Books

Recipes are organized into books. You start with a personal starter book ("Weeknight Favorites"). You can create additional books to organize recipes by category, cuisine, or any system that works for you.

  • Click Recipes in the sidebar to see all your books
  • Click on a book to view its contents
  • Use the + New Book button to create a new collection

Breadcrumbs

Navigation breadcrumbs at the top of each page show your current location and let you quickly jump back to parent pages.

Creating Your First Recipe

Let's create your first recipe to get familiar with the recipe editor.

Step 1: Start a New Recipe

Click the Add Recipe button in the sidebar or on your dashboard. You'll see several options:

  • Create from Scratch: Type in your recipe details
  • Website URL: Paste a recipe URL to auto-import
  • Paste Text: Copy the recipe text and paste it in
  • Photo / Scan: Upload a photo of a recipe (Premium)
  • File Import: Upload a JSON, CSV, Markdown, PDF, ZIP, or Paprika file

Step 2: Enter Recipe Details

If creating manually, fill in the basic information:

  • Title: Give your recipe a descriptive name
  • Description: A brief summary or backstory
  • Servings: How many people this recipe serves
  • Prep Time: How long preparation takes
  • Cook Time: How long cooking takes
  • Photo: Upload an image to make your recipe shine

Step 3: Add Ingredients

Enter each ingredient on its own line. momoChef will automatically parse:

  • Quantity (e.g., "2")
  • Unit (e.g., "cups")
  • Ingredient name (e.g., "all-purpose flour")
  • Notes (e.g., "sifted")

Example: 2 cups all-purpose flour, sifted

Step 4: Add Instructions

Enter each step of the recipe. You can:

  • Add multiple steps (each becomes a separate instruction card)
  • Include timers in your instructions (e.g., "Bake for 30 minutes")
  • Format text with bold, italic, or links

Step 5: Save Your Recipe

Click Save Recipe when you're done. Your recipe is now saved and ready to use!

Tip: You can always edit a recipe later. Just click the Edit button on any recipe page.

Next Steps

Now that you're set up, here are some suggested next steps to get the most out of momoChef:

Need Help?

If you have any questions or run into issues, we're here to help: