
sugar
Sugar is primarily composed of carbohydrates providing approximately 4 calories per gram, with negligible protein, fat, or micronutrients in refined white sugar. Specialty sugars such as muscovado and coconut sugar contain trace minerals including potassium and iron, though in nutritionally insignificant quantities.
About
Sugar is a simple carbohydrate (monosaccharide or disaccharide) that serves as a fundamental sweetening agent in culinary applications worldwide. The most common culinary sugar is sucrose, a disaccharide derived from sugar cane (Saccharum officinarum) or sugar beets (Beta vulgaris), which is extracted, refined, and crystallized into granulated form. Sucrose comprises glucose and fructose units bonded together and represents approximately 99.9% purity in refined white sugar.\n\nSugar exists in multiple forms beyond granulated white sugar, including brown sugar (sucrose with molasses), muscovado (moist, mineral-rich), demerara, and turbinado (large-crystal varieties), as well as other sweetening sources such as honey, maple syrup, and coconut sugar. Each variety possesses distinct moisture content, crystal size, and residual mineral profiles that influence flavor and culinary properties. Chemically, sugar is highly soluble in water and undergoes transformation when heated—caramelizing at elevated temperatures and undergoing the Maillard reaction when combined with proteins.
Culinary Uses
Sugar functions as a fundamental ingredient across all culinary traditions, serving roles that extend far beyond simple sweetening. In baking, it modifies texture (providing moisture and tenderness), promotes browning through caramelization and the Maillard reaction, and contributes to structure through its hygroscopic properties. In confectionery, precise heating and crystallization techniques transform sugar into syrups, caramels, fondant, and pulled sugar sculptures. Sugar also functions as a preservative in jams and pickles, balances acidity in sauces, and enhances the perception of other flavors. It appears in savory applications including barbecue rubs, glazes, and Asian cooking, where balance between sweet and savory is essential.
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Recipes Using sugar (2,800)
Steamed Pork With Mustard Greens
(梅菜扣肉, pinyin: Méicàikòuròu) or is a Chinese dish from the Hakka people. It is very popular and tasty but contains a lot of saturated fat.
Steamed Rice Cake with Mung Beans
Steamed Rice Cake with Mung Beans
Steamed Sea Bass Fillet with Ginger, Garlic and Sesame-Soy Sauce
My family loves fish, and every year there seems to be a particular and way of preparing it that emerges as our favorite of the year.
Steiktar Heilagfiski
Baked halibut Steiktar Heilagfiski
Stewed Dry Figs
Stewed Dry Figs from the Recidemia collection
Stewed dry figs dessert
() is an Albanian pudding.
Stewed Pumpkin
Stewed Pumpkin from the Recidemia collection
Stewed Tomatoes
Contributed by World Recipes Y-Group This Y-group is
St. George Card Party Fantasy Fudge
Contributed by World Recipes Y-Group
Sticky Rice and Mango
Makes about 6 servings.
Sticky Rice and Mangotyle Banana
Sticky Rice and Mangotyle Banana from the Recidemia collection
Sticky Rice with Mango
This recipe can be done in minutes.
Stir-fried Pork and Vegetables
Pork Recipes by the South Carolina Department of Agriculture, public domain government resource—original source of recipe Serves: 4
St. James Strawberries in Wine
Contributed by Catsrecipes Y-Group * Makes four 1 cup s
St. Lucia Buns
Swedish saffron buns named for Saint Lucia of Syracuse (283–304), whose name day, December 13, was once considered the longest night of the year.
Strawberries with Black Pepper
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Strawberries with Cream
Strawberries with Cream
Strawberry Alaska No-Bake
Yield: 8 servings.
Strawberry Almond Parfait
Makes 6 servings.
Strawberry and Rhubarb Sorbet with Mint
Strawberry and Rhubarb Sorbet with Mint from the Recidemia collection
Strawberry and Rice Pudding
Makes 8 servings.
Strawberry Angel Shortcake
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Strawberry Banana Cream Pie
Yield: 6-8 servings.
Strawberry Banana-Nut Bread
Strawberry Banana-Nut Bread from the Recidemia collection
Strawberry Bavarian Cream
Strawberry Bavarian Cream from Dainty Desserts for Dainty People by Knox Gelatine—original source of recipe, out of copyright
Strawberry Bavarian Creme Elegante
Fresh ruby red strawberries give your taste buds a treat. The juice is sweet and tantalizing. Even the aroma of fresh berries excites the palate and prepares the way for a great adventure in eating.
Strawberry Bavarian Rice Mold
Makes 10 servings.
Strawberry Beaujolais
Serving Suggestions: Spoon over: ice cream; pound or angel food cake; pancakes, waffles or French toast; fresh melon wedges; roast duck, chicken, goose or game hens.
Strawberry Bombe Chantilly
Yield: 8 to 10 servings.
Strawberry Bread
Strawberry Bread This recipe was given to me by my mother, and makes 2 large loaves, or 4 to 6 smaller loaves, depending upon the size of the pans.
Strawberry Bread I
This bread has such nice texture. The fruit flavor is very mild. I got the recipe from another group and it was posted by John Ross. I used the dough cycle and then baked this bread in a 350°F oven for 30 to 35 minutes.
Strawberry Cake Roll
STRAWBERRY CAKE ROLL
Strawberry Cheesecake I
Strawberry Cheesecake I from the Recidemia collection
Strawberry Chocolate Mousse Cake
Makes 12 servings
Strawberry-Coconut Cream
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Strawberry Coffee Cake
This one is simple and delicious. Serve it warm.
Strawberry Cookie Pie
Makes 8 servings
Strawberry Cornmeal Muffin Cakes
Strawberry Cornmeal Muffin Cakes from the Recidemia collection
Strawberry Crown Tart
Strawberry Crown Tart from the Recidemia collection
Strawberry dumplings
Austrian Cuisine ()
Strawberry Dutch Baby Pancakes
Strawberry Dutch Baby Pancakes from the Recidemia collection
Strawberry Easter Pie
Contributed by the LR at World Recipes Y-Group
Strawberry Glace Pie
Strawberry Glace Pie from the Recidemia collection
Strawberry Iced Tea Fizz
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Strawberry Jelly Slush
Strawberry Jelly Slush from the Recidemia collection
Strawberry Kolache Cookies
These cookies are absolutely beautiful. You can actually use whatever kind of preserves you wish, but make sure that they are PRESERVES :-) You will love the look of these beautiful cookies! Prep time doesnt include chill time.
Strawberry Lemondrift Pie
Strawberry Lemondrift Pie from the Recidemia collection
Strawberry Licuado
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Strawberry Mango Cobbler
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Strawberry Mousse
Strawberry mousse with fresh fruits. A pretty pink color. From "Catsrecipes Y-Group" Makes 12 servings.