mjohns2 ) opined:

> After I noticed I've lost all mt recipes, again, largerly
> my fault cause I dont have a central place to store them.
> I'm ready to invest in a compter program, if there isnt a
> free one that will store my recipes.
>
>

I use a spreadsheet, easy to search and most computers come
with one free. If you are real bored, make a column next to
the amounts to create 1/2, 2x, 3x batches of things like
sauce, rub, etc. The first column in the following example is
just a multiple of the partial batch value (0.5) and the
normal batch quantity.

Example
================================================== ======
Barbecue Peach Salsa
p226 of Paul Kirk's Championship BBQ Sauces
partial full
0.5 batch
1.75 3.5 cups yield
1 2 cups diced peaches
..5 1 cups diced roma tomatoes
..125 .25 cups sugar
..125 .25 cups clover honey
..125 .25 cups white vinegar
..5 1 Tbsp minced jalapeno
1 2 tsp chili powder
1 2 cloves garlic, pressed
..5 1 tsp salt
..25 .5 tsp white pepper

combine all ingredients and let flavors mingle for several
hours in the fridge, or eat right away.
================================================== ============

I print these out and keep them in a folder handy in the
kitchen. As I make alterations, notes and spill stuff on the
printout, I update the spreadsheet and print out a fresh copy.
This keeps my cookbooks clean and I don't have to try and hold
open a page while stirring hot bubbling bbq sauce. Also handy
to give out to friends who want a copy of the recipe. As
someone else stated, backup your files to prevent data loss.


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