bulk_update_recipe_settings · Mealie MCP Server MCP

WHAT IT DOES

What bulk_update_recipe_settings does on Mealie MCP Server

AI agents use bulk_update_recipe_settings to create or update resources in Mealie MCP Server — usually the action step of a workflow, after the agent has gathered context. Every call changes real data in your Mealie MCP Server environment.

WHY IT NEEDS A POLICY

Why bulk_update_recipe_settings needs a policy

This tool modifies recipe settings across multiple recipes, constituting a Write operation (reversible data change). The bulk scope increases blast radius to medium severity, as misconfigured settings could affect many recipes simultaneously, but changes are typically reversible through subsequent updates.

From the tool's definition Tool name contains 'bulk_update' and description states 'Apply recipe settings to multiple recipes' — indicates modification of recipe data at scale.

Risk signalsBulk/mass operation — affects multiple targets

Attacks that exploit this kind of access

Recommended rule Ready

Verdict

bulk_update_recipe_settings Rate-limited

bulk_update_recipe_settings stays usable, but capped — an agent stuck in a loop can't make hundreds of changes a minute. Everything else on the server is denied unless you say otherwise.

View as policy code

policy.json

{
  "version": "1",
  "default": "deny",
  "tools": {
    "bulk_update_recipe_settings": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "bulk_update_recipe_settings_rate",
          "window": "minute",
          "max": 30,
          "scope": "grant"
        }
      ]
    }
  }
}

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PolicyLayer is an MCP gateway: every tool call is checked against your rule before it reaches Mealie MCP Server, so you can run agents against it safely.

FAQ

Questions about bulk_update_recipe_settings

What does the bulk_update_recipe_settings tool do? +

Apply recipe settings to multiple recipes. It is categorised as a Write tool in the Mealie MCP Server MCP Server, which means it can create or modify data. Consider rate limits to prevent runaway writes.

How do I enforce a policy on bulk_update_recipe_settings? +

Register the Mealie MCP Server MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for bulk_update_recipe_settings: allow, deny, rate-limit, or require approval. Point your MCP client at the PolicyLayer proxy URL and the rule is enforced on every call, before it reaches Mealie MCP Server. Nothing to install.

What risk level is bulk_update_recipe_settings? +

bulk_update_recipe_settings is a Write tool with medium risk. Write tools should be rate-limited to prevent accidental bulk modifications.

Can I rate-limit bulk_update_recipe_settings? +

Yes. Add a rate_limit block to the bulk_update_recipe_settings rule in your PolicyLayer policy. For example, setting max: 10 and window: 60 limits the tool to 10 calls per minute. Rate limits are tracked per agent session and reset automatically.

How do I block bulk_update_recipe_settings completely? +

Set action: deny in the PolicyLayer policy for bulk_update_recipe_settings. The AI agent will receive a policy violation error and cannot call the tool. You can also include a reason field to explain why the tool is blocked.

What MCP server provides bulk_update_recipe_settings? +

bulk_update_recipe_settings is provided by the Mealie MCP Server MCP server (nikopol666/mealie-mcp). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.