recipe-formatter

Convert dish names or recipe descriptions into structured Obsidian notes.

1|Updated Mar 27, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/minfengyuan/harness-knowledge-base --skill recipe-formatter
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Skill: recipe-formatter
Source: https://github.com/minfengyuan/harness-knowledge-base/tree/main/skills/recipe-formatter
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/minfengyuan/harness-knowledge-base --skill recipe-formatter

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

Converts a user-provided dish name or recipe description into a clean, structured Obsidian note with consistent frontmatter and tags, saving time on formatting and organization.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Frontmatter-driven metadata and Obsidian-style links for easy navigation
  • Automatic categorization and tagging based on cooking method and dish type using a reference taxonomy
  • One-shot note creation via Obsidian CLI, with a ready-to-save template

Quick Start

Provide a dish name or recipe text and I will format it into a structured Obsidian note with tags.

Frequently Asked Questions about recipe-formatter

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I format recipes into structured Obsidian notes with frontmatter?

To format recipes into structured Obsidian notes, provide a dish name or recipe text to generate a clean note with consistent frontmatter, automatic tags, and category assignment. This creates a ready-to-save template for your culinary knowledge management.

What is the best way to organize recipe markdown files using frontmatter and tagging?

Organizing recipe markdown files is best handled by applying a reference taxonomy for automatic categorization and tagging based on cooking method and dish type. This ensures consistent frontmatter metadata and Obsidian-style links for easy navigation.

Can I generate Obsidian frontmatter from just a dish name?

Yes, you can generate Obsidian frontmatter from just a single dish name. The formatting process transforms minimal input into a fully structured note by automatically inferring the appropriate tags, categories, and metadata fields.

Does the recipe categorization process work with full recipe descriptions?

Yes, the recipe categorization process works with full recipe descriptions. It handles inputs ranging from a single dish name to complete recipe text, applying consistent frontmatter and automatic tag generation for your meal planning workflows.

Do I need the Obsidian CLI to save formatted recipe notes?

You do not strictly need the Obsidian CLI to use the formatted recipe notes, but it enables one-shot note creation. The Skill outputs a ready-to-save template that can be manually copied into your markdown vault.