Sauces

Made with French salad dressing, spaghetti sauce, sour cream


Time:   under 30 minutes

Skip the commercial teriyaki sauce and try this homemade version made with just a few simple ingredients.


Time:   under 30 minutes

This flavorful gravy made from roasted turkey wings can be made up to a week in advance (longer if you freeze the gravy). Perfect time saver over the holidays.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   2-5 hours

You'd better bet a Mexican sauce has jalapeno and lime in it. This cocktail sauce gives shrimp a south-of-the-border kick. Add the splash of tequila for the full experience.


Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with cream of coconut, barbecue sauce, cornstarch

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

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This easy enchilada sauce is the perfect base for your favorite Mexican dishes. Made with just a few simple ingredients, it's both delicious and versatile.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with whole cloves, brown sugar, peach nectar, white vinegar, ground cloves


Time:   under 30 minutes

Yes, you can have a delicious and easy spaghetti sauce by using just a few ingredients! Boost the flavor by adding Italian seasoning, roasted garlic, crushed red pepper...


Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with fresh cilantro, olive oil, cumin, lemon juice, salt, black pepper, sweet paprika, ground ginger, dried marjoram


Time:   under 30 minutes

North Carolina BBQ may be all about the pork, but you can use this authentic vinegar sauce to grill up some outstanding chicken too.


Time:   2-5 hours

A Greek twist on red sauce. Delicious used in pastitsio, moussaka, gyros, and more.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

A blueberry barbecue sauce is the perfect way to try something new and add a unique flavor to your next cookout. This sweet and tangy sauce is perfect for chicken, ribs, pork...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, maple syrup or honey, Worcestershire sauce, hot red pepper sauce, vegetable oil, salt, black pepper


Time:   under 30 minutes

This ketchup-currant sauce is worthy of your attention. It's a sweet BBQ sauce with a bit of jazz to it.


Time:   under 30 minutes

Sweet apple-raisin sauce with a hint of cinnamon is a marvelous match for savory ham.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Use this simple remoulade as a dip for fried seafood or boiled shrimp, drizzled on a po boy sandwich, or with french fries.


Time:   under 30 minutes

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

Travel the world while never leaving your kitchen. You can savor the fine tastes of Italy by making this traditional meal with a special ingredient: veal! Approved by...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

Pesto is a versatile sauce that can be used in a variety of dishes. Pesto is traditionally made using a mortar and pestle, but now it is more commonly made in a food processor.


Time:   under 30 minutes

Here's a handy alioli recipe that delivers a solid garlic punch, perfect for drizzling over everything from salads to tapas. A homemade alternative to ordinary...


Time:   under 30 minutes

While it's easy to buy pre-made tartar sauce at the store, it's even more delicious when you make it yourself at home. Serve with fried fish or seafood.


Time:   under 30 minutes

Homemade pesto can be your secret weapon for fresh-tasting Italian cooking. Make some extra to freeze so you can have pesto, pronto, whenever you need it.


Time:   under 30 minutes

Cucumber, yogurt, and dill make a creamy dipping sauce perfect for kebabs, falafel or pita bread.


Time:   1-2 hours

This recipe doesn't even pretend to cook out the alcohol first, it just throws it straight in and makes it boozy. Regular lager beer is a safe bet, but the flavors in...


Time:   under 30 minutes

Don't roast your next pork loin without this recipe. This rich, low-carb gravy is a treat to drizzle on slices of pork (or mashed potatoes for the carb-eaters).

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Putting soda pop in BBQ sauce is starting to get popular for a reason. Root beer adds an especially tangy note to the slow cooked sauce along with orange, molasses...

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

The battle of the BBQ between states is a big deal, and sauce is one of the most defining differences in styles. This South Carolina sauce works best with...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

With just the right balance of spice, sweetness, and umami, this stir-fry sauce brings the perfect blend of flavors to your favorite stir-fries.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Different beers can totally shift the flavor profile of this brown sugar and tomato-based barbecue sauce. Play around and find the ones you like the best.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

You can make a bangin' BBQ sauce at home with barely any of the sugar found in all the store-bought bottles. This batch includes a pinch of cinnamon and cloves to add some...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Guava nectar and jelly adds a sweet island flavor to this blend. Brush it on chicken while you're grilling, or use it to make some tangy pulled pork.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Made with olive oil, lemon, salt, black pepper, cayenne pepper, garlic, rosemary leaves


Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with red onion, ginger, garlic, orange, orange juice, ketchup, tomato juice, pineapple balsamic vinegar, white wine, pineapple juice

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

This dill sauce is the condiment you never knew you were missing in your life. Fresh dill weed and sour cream help make this cool sauce that you can put on fish, gyros, and everything...


Time:   1-2 hours

Make your ham the star of the show with this brown sugar glaze. It's a simple yet surprising combination that adds a rich, glossy finish to your favorite holiday centerpiece.


Time:   30-60 minutes

Orange marmalade is a genius shortcut for a ham glaze. It's already got plenty of sweetness and acidity to it, so stir it with some mustard and ground cloves or allspice and you'll...


Time:   under 30 minutes

Simmered vinegar, sugar, and spices come together in this simple barbecue sauce, bringing a Carolina twist to your grilling routine.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Craft your own flavorful barbecue sauce in just a few steps, fusing the smoky goodness of bacon with the zest of fresh citrus. It adds complexity without requiring hours in the...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

Make sure to pair this sweet and smoky barbecue sauce with some slow-cooked ribs, grilled chicken, or pulled pork to really let it shine.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

Made with lemon juice, peanut butter, water, soy sauce, brown sugar, cayenne pepper


Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with yellow mustard, Worcestershire sauce, honey, beer, chili sauce, cooking oil, garlic, onion

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

This horseradish sauce is the perfect condiment for all your favorite dishes. The horseradish and lemon juice give it a tangy flavor, while the Tabasco adds just...


Time:   under 30 minutes

If you're looking for a pasta sauce with authentic Italian flavor, you have to go with fresh tomatoes. Add some quality olive oil and some freshly grated parmesan and you...


Time:   1-2 hours

Fresh, homemade tomato sauce makes a world of a difference in pastas, pizzas, and everything in between. A real tomato sauce takes all day to make, so just let the...

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

Homemade pesto is undoubtedly one of those "never go back to store-bought" recipes. The fresh flavor of olive oil, earthy pine nuts, and Parmesan is simply sublime.


Time:   under 30 minutes

Coffee is a really underrated ingredient for BBQ. The dark, bitter flavor works beautifully with the sweet brown sugar and spices in this sauce recipe.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

This Cajun BBQ sauce takes its sweet time on the stove, simmering for a couple hours to get the flavors just right. Quality just can't be rushed.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

Whether you've got an allergy or simply forgot to pick up pine nuts from the store, don't worry. Delicious pesto is very much still on the table. As long as you've got fresh...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with ground beef, tomato paste, tomatoes, salt, chili powder, garlic

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

Ham is great on its own, but why not jazz it up? With a blend of pineapple preserves and ginger, this glaze adds a flavorful twist anyone will enjoy.


Time:   under 30 minutes

Pesto! An exciting word for an exciting flavor. If you've never given your salads the pesto treatment, this vinaigrette is for you.


Time:   1-2 hours

Made with salt and freshly ground black pepper, mustard, honey, brown sugar, white vinegar

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

For a classic dish with a touch of innovation, this topping for baked ham introduces a sweet and citrusy glaze that complements the meat perfectly.


Time:   under 30 minutes

Slather your grilled chicken or ribs with this simple finishing sauce during the last few minutes of grilling to add flavor and moisture to the meat.


Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with chicken broth, onion powder, chicken bouillon granules, biscuit baking mix

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with cornstarch, jalapeno peppers, cream, butter, salt, garlic, chicken bouillon cubes, black pepper

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with salt and white pepper, sugar, olive oil, shallots, white wine, orange juice, butter

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Made with oil, minced clams, tomatoes, tomato paste, parsley, sugar, bay leaf, dried basil, dried thyme, salt

Method:   crock pot, stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours