Cookware

You can define the tools and equipment needed for a recipe using the # symbol.

Basic declaration

Like an @ingredient, if the #cookware name is a single word and you only need one of it, you can omit the braces {}.

Heat the #pan.

If the name contains spaces or you want to specify a quantity, you must use braces {}.

Take a #baking sheet{}.

Quantities vs dimensions

Unlike an @ingredient (which can have complex units like grams or cups), #cookware has a strict syntax separation between its count and its physical description.

1. Quantity (integer count)

The braces {} are strictly reserved for the number of items you need. This must be a pure integer.

#pan              // Defaults to 1 pan
#ramekins{4}      // 4 ramekins

2. Dimensions and materials

To specify the size, dimensions, material, or any other description of the #cookware, you must use parentheses ().

#pan(20cm)                  // 1 pan, sized 20cm
#baking sheet{2}(non-stick) // 2 baking sheets, non-stick

Caution

Do not put dimensions inside quantity braces (e.g. ❌ #pan{20cm}). Gram expects a strict integer inside {}. Use parentheses instead: ✅ #pan(20cm).

Scaling behavior

Unlike an @ingredient which usually scales linearly by default, #cookware scaling behavior depends on how the quantity is specified:

Format	Example	Behavior	Description
No quantity	#pan	Fixed	Does not scale.
With quantity	#pan{1} or #ramequins{4}	Scalable	Doubling the recipe asks for 2 pans or 8 ramequins.
Explicit Fixed	#=pan{2}	Fixed	Even if you double the recipe, it will still only ask for 2 pans.

Modifiers and advanced syntax

#cookware supports many of the same advanced syntax features as an @ingredient. For a detailed deep-dive on these concepts, refer to the Ingredients documentation.

Modifiers

You can use the Optional (?), Hidden (-), Fixed (=), and Reference (&) modifiers on #cookware.

Use a #?wok if you have one, otherwise a #-large pan will do.

Return to the #&wok to finish the sauce.

Component alias (renaming)

You can rename #cookware for display purposes using the : operator.

Use the #cast iron skillet:skillet{}.

Alternatives

You can define acceptable alternatives using the pipe | operator.

Cook in a #pan|#wok.