Sauces And Condiments

This deliciously spiced batter for frying veggies is easier, tastier, and healthier than most. Throw in a bit of cumin and smoked paprika for full-out Mediterranean flavor.


Time:   30-60 minutes

Applebee's honey mustard is so easy to make at home. Use it as a dipping sauce for chicken fingers, fried seafood, as a dressing for salad, or as a spread on a...


Time:   under 30 minutes

This copy cat version of TGIFriday's popular dressing is made from a blend of mustard and honey mixed with mayonnaise and sour cream. Great as a...


Time:   under 30 minutes

For a proper plate of fried fish, unseasoned batter just won't cut it. This cornmeal blend with garlic powder and seasoned salt adds a bit of oomph to your fish.


Time:   under 30 minutes

Need a white sauce in a hurry? This is a great way to make a sauce without resorting to canned ingredient substitutes.

Method:   microwave
Time:   under 30 minutes

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A classic peppered, white cream gravy. Delicious on biscuits or chicken fried steak

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Bob Evans Colonial Dressing has a unique blend of ingredients that gives it a rich, zesty flavor. It's perfect for salads, pasta dishes, or as a dipping sauce.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Why go out when you can whip up your own buffalo ranch sauce at home? This Little Caesar's copycat is a game changer for wings, veggies, and pretty much...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

We don't usually think of gravy as being the star of the show, but in this case it is. This hearty, meaty gravy can be served over mashed potatoes, noodles, biscuits, or other...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Chili dogs will never be the same once you try this Albany Street meat sauce, loaded with ground beef, finely chopped onions, and a blend of bold spices.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Buttermilk gives this classic-style Caesar dressing extra texture and flavor. Serve on romaine or iceberg lettuce or use as a dipping sauce.


Time:   under 30 minutes

Use this homemade taco sauce along with your favorite taco ingredients. If you like a thicker sauce, let it simmer longer.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

This garlic vinaigrette with dill and Dijon will have you ditching the dressing aisle and opting for the whisk. Try it with romaine, tomatoes, and avocado!


Time:   under 30 minutes

This vinaigrette is as simple to whip up as it is tasty, so ditch the store bought bottle! Cilantro adds a southwestern zing. Try it on a romaine salad with avocado, chicken...


Time:   under 30 minutes

If you're looking to add a zesty twist to your meals, this remoulade sauce from Ruth's Chris Steak House is about to become your new favorite sidekick.


Time:   under 30 minutes

The right sauce can turn an ordinary cake into an exquisite dessert in a flash. This sweet butter sauce is a versatile one, delicious over everything from angel food cake to cinnamon...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

This mayo with a blend of Cajun spices is perfect for topping sandwiches, dipping fried shrimp, tuna salad, pretty much anything!


Time:   over 5 hours

This buttermilk garlic dressing made with sour cream and mayo adds the creamy touch you're looking for.


Time:   2-5 hours

When you need a rich, creamy dressing as a dip for wings and veggies or for a wedge salad, look no further.


Time:   2-5 hours

Ever wondered how to give your chicken nuggets a gourmet twist? Try this tangy sauce inspired by your favorite fast-food joint.


Time:   under 30 minutes

Delicious Chinese brown gravy with restaurant-quality flavor. Mushrooms cooked in bacon fat ups the ante on the richness and umami of the gravy.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Thick and creamy, this copycat recipe for Applebee's caesar salad dressing is easy to make at home. Use on salads or as a dipping sauce.


Time:   under 30 minutes

Toss some fried (or baked) chicken wings in this simple 2-ingredient, 1-minute buffalo sauce for a quick appetizer.

Method:   microwave
Time:   under 30 minutes

A light and crispy tempura batter just like you get at Japanese restaurants. Perfect for deep frying chicken, vegetables, or seafood.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Whip up a little magic in the kitchen with Macaroni Grill's lemon butter sauce. It's like a creamy, lemony dream for your pasta and will have you feeling like an...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Hidden Valley sets the standard when it comes to ranch dressing. Now you can be the king (or queen) of salad dressings with this homemade copycat version. Let...


Time:   over 5 hours

A basic recipe for coarse ground mustard made from scratch. Add horseradish, dried herbs, or mayonnaise as desired to flavor it further.


Time:   over 5 hours

Easily make corn dogs at home with this batter. Or, if you've never been a fan of on-a-stick corn dogs, get creative and toss them in a bun with spicy mustard or your other favorite...

Method:   deep fryer
Time:   under 30 minutes

Homemade mustard is surprisingly easy to make and you can adjust the recipe to suit your tastes. The kind of wine you use will alter the flavor so feel free to experiment with...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

Homemade dressing is the easiest way to give your salads an upgrade. Benihana's ginger dressing works on everything from a simple spinach side salad to a full-out...


Time:   under 30 minutes

Here's a quick meatless alternative to a classic Coney Island sauce. The blend traditional ingredients minus the meat gives this sauce a familiar taste that many...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Just three ingredients combine for a creamy dip perfect for tortilla chips or topping burritos. The hot salsa works with the cool avocado and sour cream to create a spicy kick without...


Time:   under 30 minutes

Just like with everything else, scratch-made is gonna beat store-bought any day. Use this recipe anywhere calling for Miracle Whip salad dressing.


Time:   30-60 minutes

This blend of spices makes a flavorful coating for fish and poultry. It's so easy to make, and much tastier than the store-bought kind.


Time:   under 30 minutes

Aioli is a French-style dipping sauce that is similar to mayonnaise. This quick-fix version starts with mayonnaise (homemade or purchased) and adds some citrus flavors to give it...


Time:   under 30 minutes

This tasty barbecue sauce uses tomato juice as the base ingredient. The result is a fresher, less smoky tomato flavor.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

A light tomato-based salad dressing that is lower in calories than regular French dressing but just as big on flavor.


Time:   under 30 minutes

Add a burst of refreshing flavor to your chicken salad. This easy-to-make dressing combines the perfect blend of sweet and tangy elements.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

This is a great, light tasting salad dressing made with simple ingredients. You can easily adjust the flavors to taste.


Time:   under 30 minutes

La Madeleine, a French-style restaurant chain, is known for many items for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. One favorite is their Caesar salad which you can...


Time:   under 30 minutes

The Old Spaghetti Factory is known for its delicious clam sauce. This recipe is a classic example of the restaurant's cuisine. Serve it over your...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Kick your ketchup up a notch with common bloody Mary ingredients like Tabasco, horseradish, and celery salt.


Time:   under 30 minutes

Benihana's ginger sauce is so easy to make at home. It's perfect with crispy deep-fried shrimp, other fried seafood, or tempura vegetables.


Time:   under 30 minutes

Everything a good Coney sauce should be--beefy, tangy, and with a good kick from chili powder and tabasco. Don't forget the extra chopped onions to top off your dogs.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

This sweet and tangy sauce with Catalina dressing, brown sugar, and chopped onions might be the last one you ever need! Perfect for brushing on chicken or pork chops.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Based off the mother veloute sauce, this creamy dill-infused variation is great for topping all manner of meat, fish, and roasted veggies.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Looking for a dressing that's both creamy and zesty? This honey mustard salad dressing from Bennigan's whispers sweet nothings to your greens.


Time:   under 30 minutes

You can't beat the freshness of homemade dressing. This creamy Italian serves double duty as dressing and dip.


Time:   2-5 hours

Get a light, crispy coating on your fried fish or chicken with this simple batter

Method:   deep fryer
Time:   under 30 minutes

This unique sauce is made with a blend of ingredients that sets it apart from other Coney Island-style sauces. It's perfect for slathering on your favorite hot...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

Oven-roasted garlic is an absolute must for tasty cooking. Cooking heads of garlic with a bit of oil is super easy, and the nutty roasted garlic paste can be used a variety of ways.

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

Sure, you could just slather your ham with some store-bought glaze and call it a day. This recipe for ginger ale ham glaze is so much tastier, not to mention easy to make.

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

Pancake mix is the perfect batter for these tender fried fish fillets. Works well with shrimp, too!

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

This Cambodian sauce is used as a condiment or dip for vegetables and/or steak. Prahok is a gray, pasty, stinky condiment also known as Mudfish Sauce.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Dreamland is actually the name of a BBQ chain, not just where you'll be after you slather this sauce onto your ribs or toss it on your pulled pork sandwiches.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Mix your paprika, onion, poultry seasonings with some other favorites along with breadcrumbs and parsley to make this sassy sensation.


Time:   under 30 minutes

Pasta alla checca is an uncooked tomato sauce made with garlic and basil and served over hot cooked pasta. A light and refreshing pasta dish.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

A zesty onion sauce straight from the streets of New York. Perfect for jazzing up hot dogs and more.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes