Sauce recipes

This classic sauce pairs perfectly with a wide variety of dishes and appetizers, from French fries to fish fingers. To make it the traditional way, you'll need a bowl, a whisk, and...

Blueberries are an unexpected ingredient for barbecue sauce, but the results will surprise you. The sauce is slightly sweet, and this berry sweetness gives way to a slight tang and tartness. Perfect for...

A red wine sauce with fragrant rosemary and black pepper is the perfect accompaniment to a beef steak. For the most intense flavor, use coarsely ground pepper, and thicken with wine...

If you're dreaming of a classic steak and potatoes dinner, this dish is the perfect homemade option. What makes it truly special is the garlic butter with lemon, oregano, and...

The most delicious thing about this fish is probably its crispy skin, which is stunning against the tender, juicy flesh. Trisha Yearwood serves her fried salmon with a pat of herbed butter, and to...

The beef brisket in this recipe is baked in the oven, but thanks to a spice blend of brown sugar, chili powder, and smoked paprika, it's infused with a vibrant barbecue aroma and flavor. The finished...

"These are very cheesy mashed potatoes! Mind you, there's as much cheese as possible in this," says Molly Yeh. She also recommends making a gravy with her holiday mashed potatoes...

"One of my favorite dishes to make in advance during a busy week is braised brisket," says Trisha Yearwood. She braises a four-pound beef brisket in a slow cooker,...

Sunny Anderson uses a store-bought spice mix for her easy braised brisket recipe, but she strongly recommends checking the ingredients before purchasing. "Some barbecue mixes contain..."

"This barbecue brisket recipe is inspired by my mother's dish, Jewish-style beef brisket braised in red wine. The sauce combines the flavors of my favorite barbecue sauce (sweet!) and braised meat...

The charred, seared edges of the meat have earned a special place on the barbecue menu. For many, they're the tastiest part! The burnt edges are even trimmed off and served separately. With this recipe from Trisha Yearwood, you...

To make this amazingly flavorful and juicy beef brisket, Aarti Sequeira mixes her own ginger-garlic paste and adds it to the pot along with a cinnamon stick, cloves, cardamom, and...

This beef brisket is worthy of a holiday table. Most braisings use only the flat side of the brisket. This recipe, however, uses the whole cut, which has a fattier and leaner...

Smoking beef brisket takes much longer than braising, but the results are worth it! This recipe involves rubbing the meat with a dry spice mixture and marinating it overnight to enhance the flavor of the beef...

This simple grilled salmon recipe is truly the best. You'll get perfectly grilled, juicy, savory fish with deliciously crispy skin. It's packed with a whole host of flavors: the capers add...

An air fryer will help you cook spare ribs quickly and easily on a weekday. Separate the ribs into individual bones, and they'll fit into the air fryer, cook quickly, and be evenly coated.

These five-star nachos were created by five cooking show stars, so you'll experience a world-class blend of flavors and textures. Corn chips coated in Sunny Anderson's meat filling...

Don't let the name scare you: you don't need to fire up the grill for this appetizer. Juicy, flavorful pork in barbecue sauce is cooked in the oven! Serve the prepared shredded meat with...

These nachos will be not only a delicious treat but also the highlight of your fall party. The appetizer is made with colorful corn chips that resemble fallen autumn leaves. And the topping...

Yes, nachos are a Mexican snack, but why not give them a fresh Mediterranean twist? Replace the corn chips with toasted Greek pita bread and top them with a refreshing...

This nachos recipe features a savory fajita topping made with sizzling grilled beef, bell peppers, and onions. Before grilling, the steak is marinated for 24 hours in lime juice and chipotle peppers,...

A sweet and salty, thick corn dip made with cream cheese, jalapeños, and pickled pimento peppers, served as an appetizer with tortilla chips or crackers. Before adding fresh...

As the name suggests, this Mexican dish uses tender, boiled beans that are sautéed in a pan with spices, partially mashing them to create a thick, creamy, and delicious dish.

This thick dip, made with cream cheese and a blend of Mexican cheeses, is infused with green New Mexico chiles (or Hatch) and served hot straight from the cast iron skillet. The cream cheese...

This delicious Tex-Mex appetizer features eight vibrant layers (both in color and flavor). Serve in a clear glass bowl so all the layers are clearly visible.

A delicious cream cheese dip with crab meat served on garlic herb crackers with roasted cherry tomatoes. The combination of sweet tomatoes and seafood is simply amazing! And...

This fragrant, creamy sauce with portobello mushrooms and tender leeks comes together in minutes and is perfect not only for chicken ravioli, as Tyler Florence serves it, but also for rice, pasta...

For a moderately spicy, piquant guacamole, use one whole jalapeño pepper for every two avocados. Keep in mind that chili pepper seeds add even more heat.

The star of this recipe is the grilled pineapple. Generously seasoned with chili, it infuses the guacamole with tropical sweetness and a smoky note that enhances the flavor of the appetizer.

Guacamole is one of the healthiest dips, made with fresh vegetables, herbs, freshly squeezed citrus juice, and zero excess fat. But sometimes you want to make something healthy more delicious...

This version of guacamole has a smoky flavor that's different from the original. You don't have to fire up the grill to grill the vegetables. A touch of chipotle pepper in the adobo sauce adds just the right amount of flavor.

The secret ingredient in this guacamole is red wine vinegar. It replaces lime juice, adding just the right amount of tartness, making it ideal if you're allergic to citrus fruits. Red or...

For a richer, smoky flavor, try grilled avocado halves and chili peppers in your guacamole. This recipe uses grilled vegetables, but...

If you want to add the flavor and aroma of Latin American cuisine to any dish, the easiest way is to make sofrito. This is a stir-fried vegetable base that has different ingredients in different Latin American countries...

This recipe unlocks the secret to Chipotle's famous guacamole. Using equal parts freshly squeezed lemon and lime juice yields a rich, creamy guacamole.

Although you can find a wide variety of guacamole recipes online, adding various vegetables, the traditional version of this appetizer is the simplest and most delicious. Besides avocado, you...

This sweet and spicy cream cheese dip is the perfect accompaniment to spicy fried chicken. It's ready in minutes, but let it sit in the refrigerator for a bit to allow all the flavors to...

This glaze has a balanced sweet-tart flavor with a hint of herbs and is perfect for chicken. It's made with lemon curd. Brush it on your chicken while grilling to...

This recipe is a great way to use up leftovers the day after Thanksgiving. It features Thanksgiving staples: turkey, roasted pumpkin, and Brussels sprouts...

These hearty nachos are loaded with deliciousness, including fried smoked sausage, beans, pickled jalapeños, and plenty of gooey cheese sauce and guacamole. All the flavors work harmoniously together...

This creative take on nachos features shredded grilled chicken, hot sauce, and blue cheese dressing on top of dense corn chips. All these ingredients make this appetizer a delicious...

This spice blend is perfect for pork, any cut, whether it's shoulder, ribs, or shashlik. The meat turns out tender and flavorful, with a sweet hint of brown sugar and...

This dressing is so thick and creamy, but you won't regret that it's dairy-free. It's made with nut milk and a fresh egg and is full of flavorful...

Plum sauce is typically made with vinegar, sugar, and spices. This version offers the perfect balance of sweetness, tartness, and a hint of heat. Traditionally, plum sauce is served as a dip...

The easiest roast beef recipe that won't take much time. Simply place a piece of beef (preferably chuck or shoulder) on a baking sheet and roast until the meat is...

Here's a great way to enhance the flavor of any stir-fry, especially if you're making it with vegetables and meat scraps that have been sitting in the fridge for a long time. You can use half...

If you love peanut butter or other nut butter, you should definitely try mixing several types of nuts! Feel free to explore these options and add any nuts you like to your...

Give traditional guacamole a fresh summer twist by adding avocado and some seasonal fruit. Strawberries and mango are a perfect pairing for a fresh, flavorful snack paired with...

This delicious guacamole is made with onions, jalapeños, tomatoes, lime, cilantro, and, of course, mango, the perfect fruit for adding tropical flavor and a touch of sweetness to balance out the...