
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.
Used In
Recipes Using sugar (2,800)
Strawberry Nachos
Strawberry Nachos from the Recidemia collection
Strawberry Panna Gelata
Makes about 1½ quarts
Strawberry Pie
250px Source my grandma. I found this recipe written neatly on one of her recipe cards. I suspect the recipe came from an old Betty Crocker cookbook but can not prove it.
Strawberry Pops
Strawberry Pops from the Recidemia collection
Strawberry Puffs
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Strawberry Rhubarb Crumble
Strawberry Rhubarb Crumble from the Recidemia collection
Strawberry Rhubarb Lemonade
Strawberry Rhubarb Lemonade from the Recidemia collection
Strawberry Rice Custard Freeze
Makes 8 servings.
Strawberry Rice Zabaglione
Makes 8 servings.
Strawberry Rosettes
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Strawberry Sangria Ice
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Strawberry Sauce with Dumplings
Fruit & Vegetable Recipes II by the South Carolina Department of Agriculture, public domain government resource—original source of recipe Serves: 6-8
Strawberry Sherbet
Makes about 1 quart
Strawberry Shortbread Shortcake
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Strawberry Shortcake Sabayon
Makes 8 servings.
Strawberry Shortcakes with mint and whipped cream
Strawberry Shortcakes with mint and whipped cream from the Recidemia collection
Strawberry Shortcake with Fresh Sauce
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Strawberry Sorbet
Strawberry Sorbet from the Recidemia collection
Strawberry Sorbet Soup and Pound Cake Croutons
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Strawberry Sour Cream Bread
This recipe came from an estate sale. I obtained it when I purchased the family collection from the Pryor estate in Grapevine, Texas in 1996.
Strawberry Sweetheart
Strawberry Sweetheart from the Recidemia collection
Strawberry-topped Rice Pudding
Makes 8 servings.
Strawberry Trifle Cake
Yield: 6 to 8 servings.
Strawberry Yogurt Smoothie
This recipe came from an estate sale. I obtained it when I purchased the family collection from the Duval Estate in Seven Points, Texas in 1999.
Streusel-topped Apricot Muffins
This recipe came from an estate sale. I obtained it when I purchased the family collection from the Hoffman Estate in Grand Prairie, Texas in 1992.
Streusel-topped Orange Muffins
This recipe came from an estate sale. I obtained it when I purchased the family collection from the Hoffman Estate in Grand Prairie, Texas in 1992.
Stroopwafels
A nice type of waffle, can be eaten at any point during the day as a snack.
Stuffed Cabbage Leaves
Stuffed Cabbage Leaves from the Recidemia collection
Stuffed Eggs with Mustard
In Romanian: Oua umplute cu mustar
Sua Araisa
Rice soup
Succotash
- A recipe with a great name.
Sucre Sweet Boutique Bread Pudding
right|Sucre's Superb Bread Pudding Sucre's version stands head and shoulders above the rest because it's made from diced croissants and Danish pastries left over from the day before for a subtle interplay of textures and flavors that can differ with each bite.
Sugar and Spice Pecans
Sugar and Spice Pecans from the Recidemia collection
Sugar-crusted Crème Brûlée Custard
Contributed by Catsrecipes Y-Group * Servings: 6 * Serv
Sugar-free Oatmeal Cookies
Yield: 24
SUGAR PEANUTS
SUGAR PEANUTS from the Recidemia collection
Sujunggwa
300px| Sujunggwa Persimmon punch. This is the one of most popular traditional Korean drinks. It is usually drunk in winter. As an added health benefit, this drink contains lots of vitamin C.
Sukiyaki I
Makes 6 servings.

Suman
Ibos (Visayan) or suman (Tagalog) is basically malagkit (sticky rice) wrapped in either banana leaves or coconut leaves.
Summer Fruit Sauce
Summer Fruit Sauce from the Recidemia collection
Summer Fruit Soup
Contributed by Jenn B aka Mom2Sam and Tiny at
Summer Fun Mango Daiquiri
Summer Fun Mango Daiquiri from the Recidemia collection
Summer Green Bean Salad
Contributed by Jenn B aka Mom2sam and Tiny at World Re
Summer Strawberry Orange Cups
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Sumo Peanut Dipping Sauce
Always check the ingredients to make sure the product is vegan.
Sumptuous Strawberry Shortcake
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Sunny Citrus Cubes
Yield: 16 pieces, 2 inch x 2 inch
Sunny Potato Salad
Contributed by Catsrecipes Y-Group * Serves 6
Sunset over Mango Soufflé
Sunset over Mango Soufflé from the Recidemia collection
Sunshine Squares
From: Vicki Lansky's Candy Book