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Updated Feb 27, 2026

Combine ingredients from multiple recipes

How merging works when multiple recipes include the same ingredient.

Combine ingredients from multiple recipes

When you generate a shopping list from multiple recipes, Zavora may merge similar ingredients so the list stays clean and usable.

What β€œmerge” means

If two recipes include the same ingredient, Zavora may:

  • group them together
  • combine amounts (when compatible)
  • keep separate lines if units or wording differ

Tips for cleaner merging

  • Use consistent ingredient names:
    • Prefer onion over red onion in one recipe and onions in another (unless it truly matters).
  • Use consistent units:
    • g with g, tbsp with tbsp

Related articles

  • Ingredient formatting tips
  • Troubleshooting: missing or duplicated items

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