8,300 sugar recipes

The classic Sidecar cocktail: brandy, triple sec, and fresh lemon juice shaken and strained into a chilled glass with a lemon twist. A bright, balanced brandy sour that's been a cocktail-hour staple since the 1920s.

This is excellent served as a spread over fresh French bread or roasted potatoes.

Homemade Jamaican jerk seasoning paste with allspice, scallions, thyme, scotch bonnet pepper, and fresh lime juice. Blend and rub on any meat for authentic island heat.

Three-ingredient foil-wrapped rump roast braised low and slow with onion soup mix and red wine. Fork-tender beef with a savory, wine-enriched pan sauce.

Copycat Red Lobster cheddar biscuits made with Bisquick, shredded cheddar cheese, and cold water, brushed with garlic-herb butter. Just 20 minutes from bowl to table.

Dietetic melt-away mints: sugar-free chocolate mint squares made from milkcote coating, shortening, and peppermint extract. Dipped in more chocolate for a crisp shell.

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Silky peppermint chocolate squares that literally melt on your tongue, made with sugar-free milkcote chocolate coating and dipped for a smooth, snappy shell. Makes 8 dozen candies. A dietetic candy that tastes like pure indulgence.

This classic salmon is always welcomed by party. For sure, but also a good appetizer at any meal.

Witch hat Halloween treats made from chocolate cookies, sugar cones, and chocolate frosting with hidden candy inside. A no-bake kids' craft activity with a candy surprise.

Frozen French toast turned into a strawberry-stuffed breakfast sandwich with fresh berries folded into fruity yogurt. Kid-approved, parent-easy, and on the table in 20 minutes.

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Cajun oyster pate with pimento-stuffed olives, bacon, hot sauce, and sweet relish blended into a smoky, briny spread. A bold appetizer served chilled on crackers.

Indian-style mango juice made with canned mango pulp and water. A 2-ingredient, 5-minute tropical drink you just shake and serve. No blender needed.

Use as a dip or topping for grilled chicken, seafood, etc., inspired by Diana Rattray

Simple boiled Jerusalem artichokes (sunchokes) finished with salt, pepper, and fresh lemon juice. A basic technique for this nutty, earthy seasonal vegetable.