la receta
the recipe
Example Sentence
La receta sencilla funciona incluso con poco tiempo.
The recipe works even when you have little time.
Meaning
La receta is a recipe: the instructions and ingredient list for making a dish. It is also used for any method you follow step by step.
Common Phrases
- seguir una receta — to follow a recipe
- receta sencilla — simple recipe
Example
Sigo una receta sencilla cuando tengo prisa.
I follow a simple recipe when I am in a hurry.
Common Mistake
Using the wrong word for a prescription: in Spanish, la receta can also mean a medical prescription, so add context like receta de cocina if needed; avoid la receta alone when the situation is unclear.