# My Recipe Index

> Digital recipe organizer for physical cookbooks, searchable by name and ingredients. (iPhone/iPad app by ZGuy Software Solutions.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/my-recipe-index/id412798019 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [ZGuy Software Solutions](https://appshunter.io/developer/1238635970)
- Category: Food & Drink, Lifestyle
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 3.20/5 from 5 App Store ratings · 22 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 11.0 · 51 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2011-01-06
- Data updated: 2026-06-04
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/my-recipe-index/id412798019/reviews.md

## What is My Recipe Index?

You have all your favourite recipes in cookbooks books collected over the years. They are on your bookshelf, but how do you find that favourite recipe? Use My Recipe Index to keep track of those recipes for you!

You can search for that old favourite  recipe,
or search by ingredient for inspiration (I need something made with Chocolate – now!)
or to use up the ‘other half’ of the unsalted butter,
or the vegetables that you found at the back of the fridge.

To get started, enter basic details for each recipe,
including the cookbook, page and key ingredients.
You can then do a search and easily find that recipe
so you can pull the cookbook off the shelf and start cooking!

If you want to keep everything electronically you can also enter the method.

We have included an index for an example cookbook to get you started. You can delete it when you are ready to enter your own recipes.

You can enter up to 3 cookbooks. After that you can upgrade to unlimited cookbooks.

The recipes you enter will automatically be available in the app on your iPhone and iPad, so they are always withing reach.

You can keep a backup of your recipes on Dropbox too, so you can be sure your won't lose your recipes.

## Key features

- Organize recipes from physical cookbooks
- Search by recipe name
- Search by ingredient
- Store cookbook, page, and method
- Backup recipes to Dropbox
- Sync across iPhone and iPad

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlimited Cookbooks | $4.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (10 of 22)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/my-recipe-index/id412798019/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Not enough

*2013-01-15, version 3.2*

Disappointing, deleted after 10 minutes.

### 5/5 — So far so good

*2013-01-14, version 3.2*

Seems to fulfill my requirements so far

### 3/5 — Works okay

*2012-12-26*

I don't like it that this app puts all the recipes together and doesn't let you search by cookbook, but it's still nice to have my scattered recipe collection in my phone. I'm in college, so most of my cooking is done via the Internet and a collection of recipes on index cards.

### 3/5 — Good idea.

*2012-10-29*

Crush sometimes, so please fix this problem. Otherwise I love this app. 
Now I won't forget my original recipe ;-)

### 4/5 — Great App

*2012-10-26*

Just what I was looking for, but can only have 3 categories unless upgraded.

### 4/5 — Handy app

*2012-10-21, version 3.2*

Helpful if you have a lot of cookbooks and very good support.

### 4/5 — love it but..

*2012-09-08, version 3.1*

such a useful app, but can only add 6 recipes on my first created cookbook? :(

### 1/5 — I'm not a fan

*2012-07-04*

Whenever I saved one of my recipes I could never find it and would have to do it all over again!

### 1/5 — Unreliable

*2012-05-12*

- when I edited a recipe it saved a copy so when I open it to view, I'm never sure which copy it will show me. 
- allows categorizing recipes but there aren't enough categories and one you set one or none you can't edit the choice.

### 5/5 — :)

*2012-04-18, version 2.4*

:)

## Frequently asked questions about My Recipe Index

### How many cookbooks can I add to My Recipe Index for free?

You can enter up to 3 cookbooks for free. After that, you can upgrade to unlock unlimited cookbooks through an in-app purchase.

### Does My Recipe Index have ads?

No, My Recipe Index does not contain advertisements. The app is free to download and use, with optional in-app purchases for expanded features.

### Can I use My Recipe Index on my iPad?

Yes, My Recipe Index is available on your iPhone and iPad, ensuring your recipes are always within reach across your Apple devices.

### How often is My Recipe Index updated?

The latest version of My Recipe Index is 7.5, and it was last updated on July 5, 2020. This indicates a less frequent update schedule.

### What is the age rating for My Recipe Index?

My Recipe Index has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users, including children and families.

### Can I back up my recipes from My Recipe Index?

Yes, you can keep a backup of your recipes on Dropbox. This feature helps ensure that you won't lose your valuable recipe collection.

### What are the user reviews like for My Recipe Index?

My Recipe Index has a rating of 3.2 stars from 5 ratings. This suggests a mixed user reception, with some users finding it useful and others potentially encountering issues.

### Can I store the cooking method in My Recipe Index?

Yes, if you wish to keep everything electronically, you can enter the cooking method for each recipe within the app.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 7.5 — 2020-07-05

Minor fixes for display and readability in Dark Mode.

### 7.4 — 2020-06-22

Changes some colours to improve readability.

### 7.3 — 2019-04-20

Fixes text color of buttons

### 7.2 — 2019-04-14

Now restores custom categories from backups.
Better handling of long lists of categories on iPhone.

### 7.1 — 2019-04-09

Now shows progress when restoring purchases.

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