1. Registering an Account
Click the Register button on the homepage or in the navigation bar. Fill out your first name, last name, email, and choose a unique username and password.
2. Logging In
Already have an account? Click Login and enter your credentials. Once logged in, you'll be redirected to your dashboard.
3. Posting a Recipe
Go to Add Recipe from your dashboard. Add a title, thumbnail, ingredients, steps, cooking/prep times, and dietary tags. When done, click Submit!
4. Browsing Recipes
The Explore page lets you browse recipes by category, meal type, or search term. You’ll see user-submitted and Spoonacular recipes mixed together.
5. Favoriting Recipes
Click the ❤️ icon on any recipe to add it to your favorites. View your favorited recipes in your profile.
6. Editing Your Profile
Click Profile to view your public page. On the top-right, click Edit Profile to change your “About Me” text and profile picture.
7. Deleting Your Account
From your Settings page, scroll to the Delete Account section. Enter your password to confirm deletion. This action is permanent.
8. Watch a Demo Video
If you'd rather watch a walkthrough, this short demo covers the basics of using RecipeHub from start to finish.