I watched my last onion burn while dusk closed over the cemetery and my energy bar folded like bad paper. You feel the game punish wasted resources; I learned the hard way and you can skip that mistake. Follow me—I’ll point out which technologies and buildings give you food that actually matters.
I write guides, I play for the awkward little wins, and I want you to spend less time hungry and more time exploring Graveyard Keeper 2’s systems. Below is a clear map of recipes, where they appear in the Tech Tree, and how to get them cooking in the Kitchen.
Complete list of Cooking recipes in Graveyard Keeper 2
I keep a handwritten grocery list at home; the game’s menu is no different. Build the Kitchen in the Building branch of the Tech Tree, then research the specific cooking branches to gain each recipe.
How do I learn cooking recipes in Graveyard Keeper 2?
You learn recipes through research nodes in the Tech Tree. Start in the Building research to construct the Kitchen, then pursue the food-focused branches such as First Snacks, First Dishes, Pastries, Vegetable Dishes, and the various vegetable- and fish-specific lines. Each node you research gives you access to the recipes listed under it.
Think of recipes as keys in a toolbox. Some keys are simple—Berry Smoothie or Yogurt—while others require you to climb through several research steps before you can prepare them.
Where do I cook recipes in Graveyard Keeper 2?
You cook in the Kitchen building. Put the Kitchen down on your plot, interact with its station, and choose from the recipes you’ve researched. Ingredients must be present in your inventory or nearby storage; without them the recipe menu will grey out.
If you prefer community help, check Steam, GOG, and the Graveyard Keeper subreddit for mod lists, ingredient guides, and player-driven recipe priorities. The game’s forums on Steam are especially active when a new patch or DLC drops.
The table below lists every cooking recipe and the research node that grants it. Prioritize Building research so the Kitchen exists before chasing specific meals.
| Unlock | Recipes |
|---|---|
| First Snacks | Berry Smoothie |
| First Snacks | Yogurt |
| First Dishes | Baked Apple |
| First Dishes | Baked Mushrooms |
| First Dishes | Berry Pie |
| Pastries | Muffin |
| Pastries | Croissant |
| Vegetable Dishes | Vegetable Soup |
| Vegetable Dishes | Vegetable Salad |
| Carrot Dishes | Carrot Cutlet |
| Carrot Dishes | Carrot Soup |
| Beet Dishes | Grated Beets |
| Beet Dishes | Beet Slices |
| Cabbage Dishes | Bowl of Sauerkraut |
| Cabbage Dishes | Cabbage Soup |
| Onion Dishes | Onion Rings |
| Onion Dishes | Toast with Onions |
| Pumpkin Dishes | Pumpkin Soup |
| Pumpkin Dishes | Baked Pumpkin |
| Oh No! | Baked Meat |
| Oh No! | Sandwich |
| Anyway | Minced Meat |
| Anyway | Burger |
| Anyway | Lasagna |
| River Fish Dishes | River Fish Fillet |
| River Fish Dishes | Fish Nuggets |
| River Fish Dishes | Baked Fish |
| Sea Fish Dishes | Sea Fish Fillet |
| Sea Fish Dishes | Fish Soup |
| Sea Fish Dishes | Baked Salmon |
| Mysterious Fish Dishes | Mysterious Fish Fillet |
| Mysterious Fish Dishes | Fisherman’s Pie |
| Soldier’s Food | Soldier’s Ale |
| Soldier’s Food | Soldier’s Stew |
| Kraken Steak | N/A |
| Fired Golden Carp | N/A |
| Heavenly Salmon | N/A |
| Elder’s Meal | N/A |
| Chocolate | N/A |
Quick play tips I use when managing food tech:
- Build the Kitchen early in your research queue. It’s small, but it changes everything.
- Stock basic ingredients—vegetables and river fish—before chasing exotic recipes. Basic meals keep your stats steady.
- Use community resources on Steam if a recipe’s ingredients or benefits are unclear; the Steam forums often show exact item drops and vendor locations.
The Tech Tree rewards planning: one researched node opens a handful of meals, and another node often sits exactly where you need it next. The Tech Tree is a ladder: some rungs are easy, others require farming or trading to reach.
If you still need the game, you can find Graveyard Keeper 2 on Steam (roughly $14.99 / €14) and follow the community guides posted there for route suggestions and mod recommendations.
Which recipe will you learn first and why will it make the rest of your run easier?