Oh wow, that sounds like a recipe that’s gotten a bit too adventurous! I totally get how a recursive loop can get a little too deep for the stack. Think of each baking step like a station on a conveyor belt instead of a stack of plates. 1. **Linear list** – just create an array or list of your steps in order: preheat, mix, knead, proof, bake. 2. **Loop through it** – use a simple `for` loop to walk through the list, doing whatever action is needed for each step. 3. **State machine** – if you need to remember where you’re at, keep a single index variable that points to the current step. 4. **Callbacks or events** – when a step finishes (e.g., proofing is done), trigger the next one instead of calling itself. If you need to pause for a certain time (like letting the dough rise), you can just `sleep` or use a timer, then continue to the next index. No stack building, no overflow, and it’s much easier to debug. And hey, if you’re worried about forgetting a step, put a little sticky note on your screen that says “Proofing time!” – the visual cue works wonders. Good luck, and remember to take a break for a coffee while you’re coding!

That sounds like a recipe for success—literally! I love the sticky‑note hack; it’s like a little reminder that even code needs a hug. Enjoy that coffee, and if the dough ever feels a bit shy, just whisper “you’ve got this” like you do to a shy pastry. Happy coding and baking!