Navigate to the EFSWeb portal and create a USPTO account. The required documents are uploaded to EFS-Web in PDF format and submitted.Fill out a utility patent application. You will use a Patent Class 426 application, which is for food or edible material which is intended to be consumed. This page provides information on the types of patents and types of patent applications, and the examination process. Most food recipes are not patentable as patents can only be given for processes, apprlaratus, article of manufacture, or any improvements thereof. (55) You have created an amazing recipe for a food item that people rave about. Fill out a declaration form. An application that take advantage of the 12-month grace period could be published as early as 6 months after filing. Patent Center is available to all users for electronic filing and management of patent applications in a single unified interface.