Introduction
Cooking is essential for survival in 7 Days to Die. This guide will walk you through the basics of setting up a Campfire, gathering necessary cooking tools, and provide an extensive list of available food and drink recipes.
How to Cook
To start cooking in 7 Days to Die, you need a Campfire. Here’s how to get started:
Setting Up a Campfire
- Materials Needed: Five Small Stones.
- Fuel Options: Wood, Coal, or other burnable items.
Basic Cooking
Initially, you can only cook basic items like Charred Meat and Boiled Eggs. To cook more advanced recipes, you’ll need additional tools.
Cooking Tools
- Cooking Pot: Required for most early recipes.
- Cooking Grill: Needed for more advanced recipes.
You can check which tools are required for specific recipes by viewing the Food tab in your Campfire menu. More complex recipes take longer to cook.
All Canned Food
Canned food is a quick and easy way to replenish your food bar. Most canned food can be found by looting kitchens, refrigerators, and store shelves. Always keep some canned food at your base for emergencies.
Canned Food Details
| Food Item | Food | Health | Water | Dysentery |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Can of Chili | 15 | 7 | – | 0% |
| Can of Pasta | 15 | 7 | – | 0% |
| Can of Stock | 5 | 1 | 10 | – |
| Chicken Soup | 10 | 5 | 10 | – |
| Can of Miso | 10 | 5 | 10 | – |
| Large Beef Ration | 15 | 7 | – | – |
| Chicken Ration | 15 | 7 | – | – |
| Lamb Rations | 15 | 7 | – | – |
| Can of Peas | 10 | 5 | 5 | – |
| Can of Pears | 10 | 5 | 5 | – |
| Can of Tuna | 5 | 2 | – | – |
| Can of Sham | 15 | 7 | – | – |
| Can of Salmon | 15 | 7 | – | – |
| Can of Dog Food | 10 | 5 | – | – |
| Can of Cat Food | 10 | 5 | – | – |
Food Ingredients
Food ingredients are used in various recipes but can also be eaten raw. Be cautious as some raw items can harm your health and have a high chance of causing dysentery.
Ingredient Details
| Ingredient | Food | Health | Water | Dysentery |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Raw Meat | 2 | -1 | – | 12% |
| Rotting Flesh | 1 | -3 | – | 12% |
| Egg | 5 | 2 | – | – |
| Cornmeal | 2 | 1 | -3 | – |
| Blueberries | 1 | 0 | – | – |
| Ear of Corn | 2 | 1 | – | – |
| Potato | 2 | 0 | – | – |
| Mushroom | 2 | 1 | – | – |
| Yucca Fruit | 1 | 0 | – | – |
| Pumpkin | 3 | 1 | – | – |
| Animal Fat | 5 | -3 | – | – |
| Old Sham Sandwich | 15 | -5 | – | 12% |
All Food Recipes
To unlock advanced food recipes, read Home Cooking Weekly. Ingredients like Raw Meat and vegetables are essential. Ingredients do not spoil, so you can stockpile them.
Food Recipes
| Recipe | Skill Level | Food | Health | Water | Max Stamina Bonus |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charred Meat | 1 | 10 | 5 | -5 | 10 |
| Boiled Egg | 1 | 10 | 5 | -5 | 10 |
| Grilled Corn | 2 | 10 | 5 | -5 | 10 |
| Baked Potato | 2 | 10 | 5 | -5 | 10 |
| Cornbread | 4 | 10 | 5 | – | 10 |
| Grilled Meat | 6 | 10 | 5 | – | 10 |
| Boiled Meat | 8 | 10 | 15 | 10 | 10 |
| Bacon and Eggs | 10 | – | – | – | – |
| Pumpkin Bread | 11 | 12 | 6 | – | 20 |
| Blueberry Pie | 11 | 45 | 22 | – | 22 |
| Pumpkin Pie | 14 | 50 | 25 | – | 20 |
| Pumpkin Cheesecake | 18 | 42 | 21 | – | 20 |
| Vegetable Stew | 22 | 31 | 15 | 20 | 20 |
| Meat Stew | 22 | 50 | 25 | 20 | 20 |
| Steak and Potato Meal | 26 | 50 | 25 | – | 20 |
| Hobo Stew | 35 | 64 | 32 | 20 | 30 |
| Fish Tacos | 43 | 46 | 40 | – | 30 |
| Chili Dog | 51 | 53 | 30 | – | 30 |
| Sham Chowder | 59 | 53 | 80 | 10 | 30 |
| Tuna Fish Toast | 60 | 90 | 45 | – | 40 |
| Shepard’s Pie | 70 | 104 | 52 | – | 40 |
| Spaghetti | 90 | 122 | 61 | – | 40 |
| Gumbo Stew | 100 | 112 | 56 | 20 | 40 |
All Drink Recipes
Drinks are crucial for replenishing your Water meter. Most drinks require recipes, except for a few that need specific Perk Books.
Drink Recipes
| Drink | Skill Level | Water | Stamina Regen | Health | Additional Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Murky Water | N/A | 10 | 15% | -5 | Dysentery 12% |
| Water | 1 | 20 | 15% | 0 | – |
| Goldenrod Tea | 4 | 24 | 15% | – | Cure Dysentery 20% |
| Red Tea | 6 | 24 | 15% | – | Efficient Digestion 15% |
| Yucca Juice | 8 | 34 | 15% | – | – |
| Coffee | 10 | 24 | 20% | – | Cold Resist 5, 3m |
| Yucca Juice Smoothie | 27 | 78 | 15% | 11 | Cold Resist 30, 6m |
| Blackstrap Coffee | Mining Vol. 4 | 24 | 25% | – | Cold Resist 10, 6m |
| Pure Mineral Water | Wasteland Treasures Vol. 4 | 60 | 15% | – | Cure Dysentery 20%, Efficient Digestion 15% |
| Mega Crush | Vending Machines | 60 | 15% | – | Run Speed 50%, 6m |
Conclusion
Cooking and managing your food and drink supplies are vital for survival in 7 Days to Die. Use this guide to set up your Campfire, gather cooking tools, and explore the vast array of recipes to keep yourself well-fed and hydrated in the game.
