# Recipe Batch Scaler AI Agent Connect > Recipe Batch Scaler MCP handles the math for professional kitchen scaling. It calculates ingredient amounts for specific serving sizes, accounts for prep waste, checks if your batch fits in your equipment, and determines your final portion yield. Your AI client does the heavy lifting so you can focus on the cooking. ## Overview - **Category:** productivity - **Price:** Free - **Endpoint:** https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_zw9tmpuUVvYgGNfjdoRFx92x73ZciUBMRM56qSsK/ai-agent-connect - **Tags:** recipe, scaling, kitchen, batching, cooking, inventory ## Description Scaling a recipe from four people to forty isn't just about multiplication. You have to account for the flour that sticks to the bowl, the sauce that evaporates, and whether or not your largest stockpot can actually hold the finished product. This MCP handles those variables for you. Instead of manual calculations, you tell your AI client how many servings you need and what your waste margin looks like. It gives you the exact ingredient weights required. It also helps you avoid kitchen disasters by verifying that your scaled batch won't overflow your containers. If you're managing inventory or planning a large event, you can use it to figure out exactly how many portions you'll get from a specific amount of raw product. It's a practical way to turn a single recipe into a production plan without the math errors. ## Tools ### calculate_portion_yield Determines how many full portions you can get from a batch based on your specific portion size. ### get_scaled_ingredients Calculates the exact weight or volume of each ingredient needed for a specific number of servings. ### get_scaling_efficiency Analyzes how much your waste allowance increases the total amount of ingredients you need to buy or prep. ### validate_batch_capacity Checks if your scaled recipe will actually fit inside a specific container or piece of equipment. ## Prompt Examples **Prompt:** ``` I have a recipe for 4 servings that uses 200g of flour. How much flour do I need for 10 servings with a 5% waste allowance? ``` **Response:** ``` You will need 525g of flour. ``` **Prompt:** ``` Will a 5000ml batch fit in a 4.5L container? ``` **Response:** ``` No, the batch will not fit. It exceeds the container capacity by 500ml. ``` **Prompt:** ``` If I have 1200g of sauce and each portion is 150g, how many portions can I serve? ``` **Response:** ``` You can serve 8 portions. ``` ## Capabilities ### Ingredient Scaling Your agent calculates ingredient totals for any number of servings. ### Waste Management The MCP adjusts ingredient requirements based on your specific waste margins. ### Equipment Verification Your AI client checks if a batch size exceeds your container limits. ### Yield Calculation The tool determines the total number of portions available from a batch. ## Use Cases ### Event Catering Scale a standard recipe up to feed hundreds of guests while accounting for waste. ### Production Planning Determine if your current stock of a prepared item will cover the expected number of portions. ### Kitchen Equipment Checks Verify if a large batch of soup or sauce will fit in your specific stockpots before you start cooking. ### Inventory Management Calculate exactly how much raw product to order based on desired portion yields and waste margins. ## Benefits - Eliminates manual math errors during large batch scaling. - Prevents equipment overflow by checking container capacity. - Accounts for prep waste to ensure you don't run short on ingredients. - Provides clear portion counts for better service planning. ## How It Works Connect your AI client to Vinkius and start scaling immediately. 1. Connect your preferred MCP-compatible client to Vinkius. 2. Ask your AI client to scale a recipe or check a batch size. 3. The MCP runs the specific calculation tool requested. 4. Your AI client delivers the precise measurements or capacity checks. ## Frequently Asked Questions **How does this MCP handle ingredient waste?** The get_scaled_ingredients tool allows you to include a waste allowance, which increases the calculated ingredient amounts to ensure you have enough after prep. **Can I check if my pot is big enough for a recipe?** Yes, use the validate_batch_capacity tool to check if a specific batch volume will fit in your container. **What AI clients can I use with this MCP?** You can use this MCP with any compatible client like Claude, Cursor, Windsurf, or VS Code. **Does this MCP calculate how many people I can feed?** Yes, the calculate_portion_yield tool tells you exactly how many portions you can get from a batch based on your portion size. **How do I get started?** Since Vinkius hosts the MCP, you just connect your client once and you have instant access to all the scaling tools. **How does the waste allowance work?** The waste allowance adds a percentage to the scaled ingredients to compensate for loss during preparation, such as peeling or residue left in bowls. **Can I check if my batch will fit in my pot?** Yes, you can use the `validate_batch_capacity` tool to compare the total volume of your scaled recipe against the volume of your container. **How many servings will I get from a batch?** You can use `calculate_portion_yield` to find out exactly how many full portions can be extracted from your total batch quantity.