Italian · Food & Drink
ricetta
recipe
Intermediatenoun · f
Definition
A set of instructions for preparing a dish, including ingredients and method.
Example
Hai la ricetta della torta di mele?
Do you have the recipe for apple cake?
Etymology
'Ricetta' is derived from the Latin 'recipere', meaning 'to receive' or 'to take'. This word encapsulates the gathering of ingredients and techniques in culinary traditions.
How & Where It’s Used
'Ricetta' is used in both formal and informal contexts, particularly in written recipes and cooking instructions. It is universally understood across Italy.
Literary Heritage
Widely referenced in cooking literature and traditional cookbooks.