Recipe Application

Overview

The Recipe Application is a web-based platform that allows users to explore and manage their favorite recipes. Users can view recipe details, add recipes to their favorites, and delete recipes from their favorites.

Features

1. User Authentication

Users can create accounts or log in with existing credentials.
Authentication is implemented using JWT (JSON Web Tokens) for secure access.

2. Recipe Search

Users can search for recipes based on keywords, ingredients, or categories.
Recipe search utilizes the Spoonacular API to fetch recipe data.

3. Recipe Details

Users can view detailed information about a selected recipe, including ingredients, cooking instructions, and cooking time.

4. Favorite Recipes

Users can add recipes to their list of favorite recipes.
Favorite recipes are stored in the user's profile.

5. Profile Page

Users have a profile page where they can view their favorite recipes.
They can also delete recipes from their favorites(To be implemented later).

Technology Stack

Frontend: React.js + Chakra-Ui
Backend: Node.js (Express.js)
Database: MongoDB
Authentication: JWT (JSON Web Tokens)
API Integration: Spoonacular API for recipe data

Project Structure

Installation

Clone the repository:
Install frontend dependencies:
```
cd client
npm install
```
Install backend dependencies:
```
cd server
npm install
```

Create a .env file in the server directory with the following variables:

PORT=8080
mongoURL=<your-mongodb-url>
JWT_SECRET_KEY=<your-secret-key>
API_KEY=<your-spoonacular-api-key>  ';

Start the frontend and backend servers:

Frontend:
```
cd client
npm start
```
Backend:
```
  cd server
  npm start
```

Access the application in your web browser at http://localhost:8080.

Usage

Users can sign up for an account or log in with existing credentials.
Search for recipes, view recipe details, and add recipes to their favorites.
Visit the profile page to manage their favorite recipes.
Log out when done.

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