Grade 2 · Writing · Lesson 30

Write a Short Recipe

A recipe is a special kind of directions — it tells someone exactly how to make a food or drink. Like all directions, it must be in the right order. A great recipe is so clear that someone can cook it perfectly the very first time!

What this lesson teaches

1Write a short recipe with two parts — an ingredients list and a numbered method
2Include exact amounts (cups, tablespoons, grams) for every ingredient rather than vague words
3Sequence the method steps in the natural recipe order: gather
4Prepare, mix or cook, serve

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