Cook dinner from what's in your fridge
Task · Meal planning
Time saved · 10-15 min per meal (estimate, not measured)
Steps
- Take a photo of your open fridge and pantry (or type a list)
- Open ChatGPT, attach the photo and paste the prompt
- Pick a recipe and ask for step-by-step instructions
- Double-check anything about food safety or allergies yourself
Prompt / template
Here's a photo of my fridge and pantry. Suggest 3 dinners I can make tonight in under [30] minutes using mostly what's here, with at most [2] extra items from the store. I have [equipment, e.g. oven, air fryer]. Avoid [allergies]. List what you can see first so I can correct anything you misread.
Source · https://chatgpt.com/use-cases/recipes-cooking/
Last checked · 2026-10-19