Recipe Sifter

Homemade plum liqueur infused with vodka, sugar syrup, and a pinch of cinnamon. Just 30 minutes of prep, then 3 months of patience - worth every day of the wait.

Blanched cherry tomatoes get a sophisticated twist with an icy vodka dip and kosher salt finish in this minimalist party bite that's equal parts elegant and dangerously easy to devour.

Halloween hash with ground beef, stewed tomatoes, corn, and melted cheddar cubes. A quick one-skillet dinner scooped up with nacho chips for a festive fall meal.

Fat-free apple oat muffins using pureed prunes as a fat substitute, egg whites instead of whole eggs, and maple syrup for sweetness. Just 90 calories each.

Pineapple banana breakfast shake blended from juicy pineapple, ripe banana, skim milk and vanilla. A naturally sweet, four-ingredient tropical smoothie that comes together in the blender in minutes.

Broiled salmon teriyaki with a homemade ginger soy glaze made from scratch. Fresh ginger root, rice wine, and reduced-sodium soy sauce for a lighter take.

Four-ingredient apple cider glaze for ham or pork roast. Brown sugar, Dijon mustard, and warm cloves cook into a sticky, lacquered shine perfect for holiday spiral hams.

Fresh cilantro salsa with chopped tomatoes, serrano or jalapeno chile, garlic, onion, and red wine vinegar. A no-cook Mexican pico de gallo that doubles as a guacamole base.

Italian asparagus baked in oregano-seasoned tomato sauce and topped with Swiss cheese. A simple, diabetic-friendly side dish with an oven or microwave option.

Mango lime puree blended and strained silky smooth with just two ingredients. A versatile tropical sauce for shellfish, grilled fish, ice cream, or cocktails. No cooking needed.

Cranberry-orange relish blends fresh cranberries, whole unpeeled orange, and sugar in a food processor for a no-cook holiday condiment with bright citrus zing. Three ingredients, five minutes, one bowl.

Virgin champagne, a fizzy, alcohol-free celebration drink made from just white grape juice concentrate and club soda. Kid-friendly bubbly for toasts, New Year's, and parties, ready in minutes.

Easy 4-ingredient shepherd's pie with ground beef, tomato soup, canned green beans, and mashed potatoes topped with paprika. A budget-friendly family dinner ready in an hour.

A punchy Venezuelan marinade with curry, fresh tomatoes, cilantro, and spicy barbecue sauce. Mix it in 10 minutes flat and slather it on any cut of meat for bold, smoky-spiced flavor.

Molded vegetable salad sets crunchy cabbage, carrots, and celery in tangy orange diet gelatin with celery seed. A retro low-calorie potluck classic.

Vegan cardamom almond muffins made with whole wheat pastry flour, pear puree, and soy milk. Fragrant, low-fat, and egg-free with warm spice and almond flavor.