2,833 water recipes

Sweet watermelon rind preserves made with a lime water soak, lemon, and ginger in a simple sugar syrup. A two-day heritage canning project that transforms scraps into glistening jars of gold.

Rich puff pastry made with cream instead of water, combining regular and cake flour for tender flaky layers perfect for dessert applications.

Oven kalua pork: a four-ingredient Hawaiian luau classic that turns pork butt into smoky, salty, fall-apart shreds without a buried imu pit. Liquid smoke, Hawaiian sea salt, water, and time do the work.

French-style wild game pate layered with cognac-marinated duck and seasoned pork, wrapped in blanched bacon, and baked in a water bath. Slice it cold and serve with crackers.

A simple and scrumptious side dish made with sweet potatoes, juicy apples and bit of apple juice.

Mandarin orange sunshine cake made with yellow cake mix and canned oranges replacing the water. Frosted with a pineapple, sour cream, and vanilla pudding whipped topping.

Puccia, traditional Italian olive-studded bread rolls from Puglia made with biga starter and whole wheat flour. Crusty, airy rolls with a long rise for deep flavor.

Homemade whole wheat pasta dough with eggs, olive oil, and water. A nutty, high-fiber fresh pasta you can roll by hand or with a pasta machine.

A bread machine loaf that bakes tuna noodle casserole flavors right into the dough. Canned tuna, cream of mushroom soup, chow mein noodles, celery, and onion in a sliceable yeast bread.

Light, vegetable-packed hot and sour soup with firm tofu, crisp snow peas, and red bell peppers in a tangy, spicy broth. Ready in 30 minutes for a quick, healthy meal.

Homemade date syrup simmered from date sugar, water, vanilla, and cinnamon then blended smooth. A natural, high-fiber alternative to maple syrup or honey.

Thick, crispy fish fry batter made with ice cold water, flour, oil, and baking powder. Produces a crunchy golden coating for deep-fried fish fillets using simple pantry staples you already have.

Sugared fruits coated in meringue powder and granulated sugar for a sparkling, crystallized finish. A stunning edible centerpiece or garnish for holiday tables and buffets.

The Gravy used to be made fresh with the Cracklings. Now it comes in a pouch and all you have to do is add water. Thank god for modified starch products.

Dense, dark Ukrainian rye bread made with whole rye flour, buckwheat flour, and strong coffee. No white flour, no shortcuts. A rustic, chewy loaf with old-world character baked with steam.

Asparagus and ricotta pasta tossed in a silky sauce made with parmesan and pasta cooking water. Fresh basil and black pepper keep it bright and light.