Sauces

Hollandaise sauce is a delicious way to add extra flavor to your eggs, meats, and vegetables. This sauce is made with white wine, which gives it a unique and slightly sweet...


Time:   under 30 minutes

Homemade beats canned any day of the week, and spaghetti sauce is no exception. Slow-cooked tomatoes with red wine and spices make a sauce with deep flavor...

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

The honey mustard sauce served at Houston's has just the right balance of tart and sweet. Try this creamy copycat version at home.


Time:   2-5 hours

That's right, you can make your own Worcestershire sauce at home!

Method:   stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

This butter-less cheese sauce is made with only 4 ingredients and is ready in just a few minutes. Great if you want to save a few calories but still have a rich cheese...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

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Ground beef, onions, and garlic sauteed in olive oil and mixed into a spiced tomato sauce turn some plain spaghetti into a pleasing pasta dish.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

Better than the take-out packets of sweet and sour that you get from a Chinese restaurant. You can whip up your own batch right at home.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Kick your tartar sauce up a notch with some jalapeno peppers added to the mix.


Time:   1-2 hours

There are just so many options for this rich Gruyere sauce. How about mac and cheese, fondue with crusty bread, or a decadent drizzle on top of asparagus and broccoli.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Meatballs and sausage team up in this meat-lover's pasta. Port wine and basil give the sauce an incredibly deep flavor.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

This is a simple no-cook sauce that can be used on any pizza crust (homemade or purchased) and topped with your favorite toppings.


Time:   30-60 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

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

Tasso is smoked, heavily seasoned pork. Makes a delicious addition to hollandaise sauce for a smoky, savory flavor.

Method:   stovetop
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

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

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

This Alfredo sauce is made from a blend of Parmesan, Romano, and Asiago cheeses which are quickly cooked with milk and butter in the microwave for a practically instant...

Method:   microwave
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

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

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

Made with Worcestershire sauce, ketchup, mayonnaise, chili sauce, canola oil, yellow onion, lemon juice, garlic, paprika, water


Time:   under 30 minutes

The Outback Steakhouse serves this honey mustard with their famous Alice Springs chicken. You can use it as a dipping sauce or salad dressing.


Time:   under 30 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

A sensational Szechuan sauce that will make you skip store bought for good. Sesame oil, ginger, and star anise give this sauce its authentic kick. Use it for a beef or shrimp...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

The 36th president was a native Texan so he knew his way around barbecue sauce. Try this simple sauce on chicken or ribs.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

There is a lot of sugar hiding in a standard bottle of BBQ sauce. The secret to this sauce is diet cola, for a sweet bite without any of the added calories.

Method:   microwave
Time:   under 30 minutes

A good peanut sauce can take you far. Thai spring rolls, fried rice, chicken satay skewers... The list continues, and this spectacular red curry-coconut peanut sauce is ready to take...


Time:   under 30 minutes

This sauce mix makes a pasta dish loads better than you'd get with heavy jarred alfredo, without the hassle of making the sauce from scratch just for a weeknight dinner.


Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with red onions, garlic, water, brown sugar, teriyaki sauce, soy sauce, white grape juice, bourbon, Tabasco sauce

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Whether you're using it to give fried chicken and pineapple a sweet glaze or just dipping some egg rolls, sweet and sour is always handy to have around.


Time:   under 30 minutes

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

Get the slow simmered taste of a great spaghetti sauce in only minutes using this pressure cooker method.

Method:   pressure cooker
Time:   under 30 minutes

Thai cuisine is famous for their peanut sauces. It's a unique flavor that adds depth to noodle dishes and makes a great dipping sauce for grilled chicken satay.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

A traditional Alfredo sauce with the delicious addition of bacon.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with heavy cream, black pepper, butter, flour, milk, Swiss cheese, capers, tarragon, parsley, salt

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

A sauce so good you'll be finding all sorts of new uses for it. Egg rolls and chicken are a given, but stir fries would also go great with this pineapple and...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 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

This is a tasty dipping sauce for egg rolls, wontons, or fried shrimp. A simple orange sauce gets a little extra zip from horseradish and ginger.


Time:   30-60 minutes

Oprah's Pesto: Not just for the book club. Fresh basil, garlic, and a zing of lemon that even Dr. Phil couldn't analyze.


Time:   under 30 minutes

Fake it, don't make it! Skip the calorie-heavy cream and butter with this delicious lower-fat Alfredo substitute.


Time:   30-60 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

Made with wine vinegar, apple or grape jelly, soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

With some basic ingredients and your slow cooker you can have a flavorful spaghetti sauce with little effort

Method:   stovetop, crock pot
Time:   over 5 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

Skip the grocery store and make your own homemade version of A-1 Steak Sauce. It can be used as a sauce for meats (like steak!) or added to marinades (try it with chicken).

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Love a good Alfredo sauce but don't love all the calories? This recipe offers both regular and lower fat alternatives for a delicious sauce.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

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

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

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

You can't go wrong when sticking with the basics. Here's a fantastic make-ahead sauce that'll make delicious, spur of the moment stir-fries a cinch in your kitchen.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

This copycat tartar sauce is a delicious condiment that can be used on many different types of foods. It can be used as a dipping sauce for seafood, fries, chicken, fish...


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

Give your food a bold makeover with this fun horseradish whipped cream sauce. Don't be fooled by its simplicity; it packs a flavorful...


Time:   1-2 hours

Create a quick and easy apricot mustard sauce using just apricot jam and dry mustard. This simple recipe is perfect for glazing ham or as a dipping sauce.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

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

A creamy, savory blend of onions, sour cream, and fresh or dried dill. This easy-to-follow recipe results in a versatile sauce that adds a flavorful twist to any dish.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Every barbecue sauce needs a good secret ingredient. Let tangy onion soup mix be yours. It's the perfect addition to this simmered sauce, adding a savory depth to all your...

Method:   stovetop
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