The phrase "to adapt the recipe" means to make changes or adjustments to a cooking or baking instructions to suit personal preferences or dietary needs. Full definition
Plus, I find it fun to try to adapt recipes from other people to fit what we need and taste good — there would be no challenge otherwise. (godairyfree.org)
You can easily adapt this recipe for just about any summer fruit. (fortysomething.ca)
I eat it nearly every day and have now adapted the recipe slightly to include ground flaxseed. (hedihearts.com)