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
Sauces
What sort of sauce are you looking for? Tartar sauce and cocktail sauce go with fish and seafood. Barbecue sauce is great on meat and poultry. Sweet and sour sauce pairs well with chicken and Asian cooking. White sauces like Bernaise and Bechamel are classics while Jack Daniel's sauce adds a new flavor twist to cooking.
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Copycat Applebee's Barbecue Sauce
Tomato Paste BBQ Sauce
Thick BBQ sauce with a few tricks up its sleeve. A sweet and savory sauce perfect for slathering on chicken or ribs.
Method: stovetop
Time: 1-2 hours
Homemade Taco Sauce
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
Stromboli Sauce
Use this flavorful sauce for strombolis, calzones, pizza, or as a dipping sauce for breadsticks or garlic bread. It freezes great so go ahead and make up a big batch.
Time: under 30 minutes
Green Tomato Gravy
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
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Copycat A&W Chili Dog Sauce
Made with water, ground beef, salt, onion, chili powder, ketchup
Method: stovetop
Time: 1-2 hours
Crab Cocktail Sauce
Crab cocktail sauce has a different "tang" than your usual shrimp cocktail sauce to complement the flavor of the crab. Feel free to up the horseradish if you like extra...
Time: under 30 minutes
Copycat A&W Hot Dog Sauce
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
Light Alfredo Sauce
A reduced calorie version of Alfredo sauce that doesn't skimp on taste. Uses evaporated skim milk, flour, chicken stock, and Parmesan cheese.
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Copycat Armstrong's Cheese Sauce
Nachos, chili dogs, pretzel dip, the only limit to what you can do with a good cheese sauce is your imagination.
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
5 Minute Microwave Alfredo Sauce
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
Tonkatsu Sauce (Japanese Ketchup)
This three-ingredient sauce could not be simpler! Ketchup, soy sauce and Worcestershire are all you need for a Tonkatsu sauce ready to top some crispy pork and a hot...
Time: under 30 minutes
Cinnamon BBQ Sauce
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
Diablo Sauce
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
Belizean Style Habanero Sauce
Made with salt, white vinegar, lime juice, onion, garlic, vegetable oil, carrots, water, scotchbonnet habanero peppers
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Copycat Five Crowns Restaurant Whipped Cream Horseradish Sauce
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
Easy Hollandaise Sauce
Hollandaise doesn't have to be frustrating, you just need the right technique. Here it is, follow it well and you'll have your ticket to elegant eggs Benny whenever the mood...
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Copycat Houston's Honey Mustard
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
Copycat Arby's Sauce
Copy the famous sauce that made Arby's popular. Use it on sandwiches or for dipping French fries.
Method: stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
Creamy Horseradish Sauce
Who says sauces can't steal the spotlight? This creamy horseradish number brings a delightful punch to your dishes.
Time: 2-5 hours
Cheese Sauce Without Butter
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
Copycat TGI Friday's Jack Daniels Dipping Sauce
Made with red onions, garlic, water, brown sugar, teriyaki sauce, soy sauce, white grape juice, bourbon, Tabasco sauce
Method: stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
Creamy, Jazzed Up Horseradish Sauce
Ready to put some zing into your meals? This horseradish sauce pairs beautifully with just about anything and takes just a minute to whip up.
Time: under 30 minutes
Mushroom Cheddar Sauce
This rich and cheesy sauce is delicious served over cauliflower or broccoli.
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Basic Stir Fry Sauce
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
Simple Sweet And Sour Sauce
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
Sweet and Sour Sauce With Chicken Broth
Made with cornstarch, water, white vinegar, sugar, ketchup, soy sauce, chicken broth
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Basic Bechamel (White Sauce) And Variations
You'll want to save this recipe as it's the base for a variety of sauces. Start with a basic white sauce and turn it into everything from mornay to curry...
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Whiskey Honey Mustard Sauce
This rich and tangy sauce can be used for dipping pretzels, slathering on ribs, or spicing up grilled salmon.
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Szechuan Stir Fry Sauce
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
Easy Stir-Fry Sauce
Having a good stir-fry sauce on hand makes quick dinners even easier. Combinations of leftover and fresh ingredients will come together with this simple sauce that you can keep in...
Time: under 30 minutes
Calypso Sauce
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
Spicy Seafood Cocktail Sauce
This spicy sauce is perfect for dipping or topping boiled shrimp, steamed crab, and other seafood.
Time: 1-2 hours
REAL Worcestershire Sauce
That's right, you can make your own Worcestershire sauce at home!
Method: stovetop
Time: over 5 hours
Pasta with White Mushroom Sauce
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
Concession Stand Hot Dog Sauce
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
Copycat McDonald's Big Mac Sauce (Special Sauce)
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
Big Boy Tartar Sauce Clone
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
Coca Cola Barbecue Sauce
Coca Cola is a fantastic secret ingredient. Sweet, flavorful, and an absolutely perfect base for BBQ sauce. Just be prepared to be "grilled" about the secret.
Method: stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
Homemade Horseradish
Short on flare, high on flavor. Making horseradish from scratch is simpler than you might think, and the kick it brings to dishes is unbeatable.
Time: under 30 minutes
Avocado Sauce
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
Copycat Outback Steakhouse Honey Mustard
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
Chinese Garlic Sauce
Garlic and ginger are always a good call when it comes to Asian cuisine. Use this garlic sauce to spice up all sorts of creations. If you like your sauces extra thick, just whisk...
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Pizza Sauce
Skip the stuff in a jar and make your own tasty pizza sauce at home. It's easier than you think.
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Nelson's Port-A-Pit Barbecue Sauce
This copycat BBQ sauce has a classic mix of tangy and sweet ingredients. Use it for basting, dipping, whatever you need.
Time: under 30 minutes
Japanese Shrimp Sauce
It's called shrimp sauce, but don't limit yourself to that. This glorious Japanese mayo sauce is fantastic on all manner of stir-fried meats and veggies.
Time: under 30 minutes
Hot Dill Sauce
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
Roasted Garlic Puree
Who knew garlic could be so elegant? This roasted garlic puree takes the simple clove to a whole new level, making it a delightful option for condiment connoisseurs and casual...
Method: oven
Time: 30-60 minutes
Carolina Gold
Made with garlic powder, black pepper, prepared mustard, brown sugar, tomato paste, apple cider vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, cayenne pepper
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Traditional New York Pizzeria Dough And Sauce
Made with milk, brown sugar, salt, shortening, corn meal, olive oil, yeast, flour, whole peeled tomatoes
Method: oven
Time: 2-5 hours
Alabama Mustard Vinegar BBQ Sauce
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
Traditional Cumberland Sauce
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
Blender Hollandaise Sauce
Not the traditional method for making Hollandaise sauce but it simplifies the process and results in a rich, buttery sauce that is perfect over veggies, fish, or eggs...
Time: under 30 minutes
Argentine BBQ Sauce
It's not the BBQ sauce you may know. Garlic, fresh parsley, and a vinaigrette make a vivid green topping for all sorts of grilled meats.
Time: over 5 hours
Copycat Olive Garden Shrimp Sauce
If you're a fan of Olive Garden's shrimp sauce, then you'll love this copycat recipe. It's easy to make and can be used as a dipping sauce or with shrimp or other...
Time: under 30 minutes
Simple Slow Cooker Meatless Spaghetti Sauce
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
Lone Star Steak House Steak Sauce
If you're looking for a great steak sauce, go straight to the source. This steakhouse copycat is a delicate balancing act of flavors and it'll make your grilled...
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
West Indian Curry Sauce
Combining caramelized onions, ripe tomatoes, fresh ginger, cilantro, and aromatic spices, this curry sauce adds a Caribbean touch to any dish.
Method: stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
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