Crossword Genius

Pierce? New formula? (6)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

recipe

'formula?' is the definition.
('recipe' can be a synonym of 'formula')

'pierce? new' is the wordplay.
'new' is an anagram indicator.
'pierce' anagrammed gives 'RECIPE'.

(Other definitions for recipe that I've seen before include "Formula for making something" , "Kitchener's instructions" , "Set of instructions for preparing a dish" , "Directions for making something" , "Cookery instructions" .)

I've seen this clue in the Sydney Morning Herald.
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