Sauces And Condiments

Made with salt, white vinegar, lime juice, onion, garlic, vegetable oil, carrots, water, scotchbonnet habanero peppers

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

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

Copy the famous flavors from P.F. Chang's with this easy to make stir fry sauce. Can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for 2-3 days.


Time:   under 30 minutes

Barbecue sauce just like Applebee's does it. The secret ingredient is apple butter for a touch of fruity sweetness. Ready for ribs, chicken, or pulled pork.


Time:   under 30 minutes

This copycat A&W hot dog sauce features a blend of ring bologna, onion, and green bell pepper simmered with tomato juice and ketchup for a savory condiment.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

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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

Thousand Island is one of the most versatile dressings out there. Use it on salads, sandwiches, and as a veggie dip. With this three ingredient version...


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

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

Made with water, ground beef, salt, onion, chili powder, ketchup

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

Thousand Island has a thousand uses. Whether you're using this creamy dressing to top piles of greens or meaty sandwiches, adding a mashed...


Time:   under 30 minutes

Hungarians know their cold-weather comfort food. This spicy, creamy gravy is great poured over meatballs, mashed potatoes, and a hundred other savory staples.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

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


Time:   under 30 minutes

This Creole-seasoned green tomato gravy is good on everything from pork chops and veggies to a cheesy bowl of grits. Throw in some Tabasco if you want extra heat.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

A side salad is crucial for a big family-style Italian affair of lasagna or chicken parm and this copycat recipe makes a proper creamy Italian...


Time:   over 5 hours

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


Time:   under 30 minutes

Blended with sweet strawberry preserves, this ketchup adds a gourmet twist to sweet and savory breakfast platters and grilled cheese sandwiches.


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

Copy the famous sauce that made Arby's popular. Use it on sandwiches or for dipping French fries.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Next time you're gonna throw a pat of butter on top of your steak, maybe you'll remember this savory gorgonzola butter and decide to take your ribeye to a whole 'nother level.


Time:   1-2 hours

Homemade Cajun mustard that's bold, spicy, and a tad sweet. Perfect for adding that extra oomph to your burgers and sausages.


Time:   1-2 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

The blend of ingredients may sound odd, but it turns out that pineapple juice, chili sauce, cinnamon, and other spices make a killer barbecue sauce.


Time:   under 30 minutes

Butter sauteed mushrooms with parsley, white wine, and cream go perfect over pasta. There's wine in the creamy pasta sauce, so you might as well enjoy a glass on the...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Steak sauce and a generous splash of liquid smoke give this sauce a flavorful depth to back up the fiery heat and make it perfect for grilled meats.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Use this Asian-style sauce on beef, pork, or chicken. Works well as a marinade or baste while grilling.


Time:   under 30 minutes

Use this simple sardine butter on toast or crackers.


Time:   under 30 minutes

Ever wonder how a sauce can define a dish? This traditional cumberland sauce, with its blend of tart, sweet, and spice notes, could be your new secret weapon at dinner...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

Vodka and limeade may sound like they belong in a cocktail recipe, but this fiery blended sauce with habaneros and caramelized onions makes a great wing sauce or condiment.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with fish or shrimp, Bisquick, pancake mix, club soda

Method:   deep fryer
Time:   under 30 minutes

Southwestern mustard is the perfect condiment for those who like a little spice in their life. Add it to your next sandwich or hot dog for a flavorful kick.


Time:   1-2 hours

No more naked hot dogs! This beefy, chili-spiced sauce turns a frank from fair to fantastic, adding just the right balance of sweet, spicy and savory.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

Make your own salad dressing. Great on salads or as a dipping sauce for wings or fries!


Time:   2-5 hours

Discover how to make a delicious apple peach chutney with this easy recipe. Featuring fresh peaches, apples, and warm spices, this flavorful condiment is perfect for enhancing meats...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

Sour cream makes this a wonderfully rich version of thousand island dressing.


Time:   under 30 minutes

Alabama-style barbecue sauces incorporate vinegar and mustard to give them a lot of tang and flavor. Delicious on pork, chicken, and brisket.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Inner Beauty hot sauce is the creation of Chris Schlesinger of the East Coast Grill in Massachusetts. It's a VERY hot mustard sauce with a hint of Caribbean flavors.


Time:   under 30 minutes

This Asian BBQ Sauce is a game-changer. Combining hoisin, soy, garlic, and ginger, it's the marinade your chicken and ribs have been craving.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

The simple, bold flavor of balsamic makes this vinaigrette ideal for dressing up plate of fresh greens or a chilled pasta salad.


Time:   under 30 minutes

When you're craving some of the golden arches' special sauce make this simple replica. Top a burger with it or use it as a dipping sauce for fries or...


Time:   under 30 minutes

Recreate the iconic Dorothy Lynch salad dressing at home with this recipe. Made with tomato soup, vinegar, sugar, and various spices, it's the perfect...


Time:   under 30 minutes

Whether your fritters are veggie-packed with zucchini and onion, stuffed with savory seafood or full of sweet apple goodness, this batter is better.


Time:   under 30 minutes

Anchovies are one of the secrets for super savory dishes. Mixing anchovy into butter makes a great topper for a steak or spread on crusty bread.


Time:   under 30 minutes

This Jack Daniel's honey mustard recipe is perfect for dipping, glazing, or dressing a salad. Made with smooth whiskey, sweet honey, tangy mustard, and horseradish.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

This mango chutney recipe combines the sweetness of ripe mangoes with tangy vinegar and a mix of aromatic spices. A delicious homemade condiment that pairs well with a variety...

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

This proper Southern country gravy is thick and packed with crumbled sausage, perfect for pouring onto fluffy buttermilk biscuits.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Want to keep it light while still bringing the flavor? This simple recipe for low-fat seasoned bread crumbs is just what you need for that extra crunch.


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

You'll be wanting a big batch of this stuff. Dark roast coffee makes an outstanding addition to a BBQ sauce, adding in earthy flavors to counterbalance all the sweetness and acidity.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Coney sauce will always take a frank to the next level. Beef, tomato sauce, and onions spiced up with a few choice seasonings make a hearty hot dog topping.

Method:   crock pot, stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

Apple butter gives a sweet tang to BBQ sauce that makes it perfect for slathering on ribs or dumping in a slow cooker with pork shoulder to make a big batch of...


Time:   under 30 minutes

This low carb copycat recipe skips the carbs but keeps the flavor. Use anywhere you use regular thousand island salad dressing.


Time:   1-2 hours

This flavorful, creamy dressing works great on cabbage or lettuce salads. Can also be used in place of regular mayonnaise on sandwiches.


Time:   under 30 minutes

Avocados, tomatillos, and jalapeno with sour cream and cilantro make a kickin' creamy sauce that's perfect for dipping tortilla chips or quesadilla slices.


Time:   2-5 hours

Good gravy makes all the difference on a thanksgiving plate. Make a thick roux and throw in mushrooms. Perfect on turkey, of course, but also on mashed potatoes, stuffing, and...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with cayenne pepper, sour cream, mayonnaise, bleu cheese, white wine vinegar or white vinegar


Time:   under 30 minutes

This amped up ketchup is a game changer. Serve it with crispy fries, slathered on burgers, drizzled on meatloaf - anywhere you want ketchup to bring its A-game.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

This crispy batter has all kinds of secrets. Start with a flavorful beer in the batter, and then dredge your battered foods in crushed potato chips before deep-frying for a salty...


Time:   under 30 minutes