be a recipe for (something)

To be likely to cause a particular thing to happen. Studying all night before your final exam is a recipe for disaster. Eating healthy food and exercising regularly is a recipe for longevity.

Common Names:

Name	Pronounced	Usage
Felix	FE-liks (German, Swedish), FAY-liks (Dutch), FEE-liks (English)	German, Dutch, Swedish, Norwegian, Danish, English, Romanian, Ancient Roman, Biblical, Biblical Lati
Laurelle	LAWR-əl	English (Rare)
Valentinus	-	Ancient Roman
Fiete	-	German
AndrÉA	-	Portuguese (Brazilian)
Ballesteros	[bælə'steərɔs]