Sauce recipes

This recipe transforms a restaurant classic into the perfect picnic dish with the spicy, salty, and sweet notes typical of Asian cuisine. Thanks to the butterfly-style cutting and grilling...

Cooking oysters for a crowd is much easier with this quick method. Simply grill the oysters for a few minutes until the shells open slightly and are easy to...

This festive ham with a delicious sticky glaze can be baked not only in the oven but also on an outdoor grill, just be sure to garnish it with pineapple at the very end. Grill them, too, for a richer flavor...

Peach jam and pickles are the main ingredients in this sweet and tart barbecue sauce, which is basted on grilled chicken and served with the finished dish. Directions...

The main goal of this recipe is to use up the shrimp cocktail sauce that's sometimes left over from parties. It makes a great base for chicken barbecue sauce! Grill the chicken...

This refreshing yogurt dressing is low in calories (only 60 kcal per serving) and fat (5 g per serving). This is thanks to Greek yogurt (2% fat) and the absence of mayonnaise. However,...

Sweet watermelon, refreshing mint, and spicy jalapeño—seemingly incompatible ingredients combine to create a luscious summer salsa that can be served as an appetizer with tortilla chips. For...

Chip dip is a versatile appetizer that's always a hit with everyone. Whether you're making it for a family movie night or a fun house party, the more dips, the...

Apples are a rather unexpected ingredient in salsa verde, a green salsa made with tomatillos and chili peppers. The fruit is baked alongside the vegetables, enhancing the sweetness of the baked tomatillos. This sauce is made with...

This aromatic Mexican salsa perfectly combines the smoky flavor of unpeeled roasted tomatoes with the mild heat of serrano peppers and the refreshing aroma of cilantro. Whether you're using a blender or...

Beer can chicken is a popular grilling method, but not everyone has a grill, and it's not always available in all weather conditions. The solution: simple beer can chicken in the oven! It turns out...

The sweet flavor of beets breathes new life into this popular Middle Eastern appetizer. Beetroot hummus is served with a dollop of labneh, which adds a creamy touch. If you can't find labneh, substitute...

This healthy and filling butternut squash hummus goes great with flatbreads or fresh vegetables. You can also use it as a healthy spread. If you already have roasted pumpkin,...

Stuffed chicken breast with pecans and tarragon is fried until golden brown, then simmered in a light tomato sauce with dry white wine until done. The result is a delicious and healthy dish...

These grilled pork ribs captivate with their multilayered flavor. They're first marinated in a brine of orange, brown sugar, ginger, and anise, then rubbed with a mixture of cayenne and black...

These sweet and savory chickens will become your new signature dish for special occasions when you really want to impress your guests. Not only are these little whole-baked chickens...

Want to feel like a seasoned cook? This recipe will give you a boost of confidence. Cornichons are fried in a pan under a press, shaped like a simple brick wrapped in foil. This method...

Salsa Roja (Spanish for red salsa) is made with roasted tomatoes and three types of chili peppers: jalapeño, chile de árbol, and chipotle for a smoky flavor. Fresh cilantro infuses the sauce...

This luscious, sweet, and tangy Caribbean salsa features a harmonious blend of mango, fresh habanero pepper, cilantro, and lime. Keep in mind that the habanero pepper is very hot, so be sure to remove...

If you have some leftover corned beef from a holiday dinner, turn it into a burger your family will talk about again and again. Consider this your perfect pub-style burger:...

Before roasting, the turkey is marinated for two days in a dry spice blend with Provencal herbs and sumac, resulting in an incredibly flavorful and juicy flavor. The juices rendered during roasting...

In this recipe, Rachael Ray combines ingredients from the most popular Thanksgiving dishes so you can enjoy these flavors year-round. A juicy meatloaf made with turkey and bread stuffing...

Guy Fieri makes his signature broth from roasted turkey and vegetables. The flavor is rich and vibrant. Needless to say, the gravy made with this broth is amazing!

This refreshing, herb-infused fermented dressing will liven up any salad. Add whatever fresh herbs you have on hand, or better yet, several for a riot of flavor.

Use leftover holiday turkey to make this hot, creamy appetizer the next day. Everyone will love it and it's perfect for a crowd. This rich sauce concentrates all the...

Combine two popular appetizers—nachos and Buffalo chicken—in one dish for the perfect treat for a house party. The recipe is surprisingly simple, and you can use...

This creamy dip is made with leftover holiday turkey. Blue cheese and hot sauce give it a Buffalo flavor, which is even more intense when served with carrot sticks and celery for...

Can't decide what appetizer to serve at a house party? Choose this combination of buffalo wings and baked brie. Serve it as a dip with crackers for dipping. It's also...

Oven-roasted broccolini is served with a light citrus butter sauce made with orange and lime juice. The refreshing citrus note makes it a great side dish for fish and...

Garlic lovers will love this parsley and anchovy sauce. The anchovies are subtle, but they enhance the overall flavor of the sauce, which complements the aromas of beer-braised bacon and red wine.

A sour milk and blue cheese dressing is the perfect complement to iceberg lettuce, grilled steak, or spicy chicken wings. The simplest, quickest version of this dressing involves just...

The secret ingredient in this pepper relish cream cheese dip is a bagel topping made with poppy seeds, sesame seeds, dried onion, and dried garlic. It's best to make your own topping rather than use...

Free up the oven for side dishes and desserts, and grill your holiday turkey! The indirect heat of the grill will cook it like an oven, ensuring even cooking, and the skin will be delicious.

Fire up the grill and roast tomatillos, onions, and garlic for the most delicious Mexican salsa with wonderful smoky notes. The salsa is also infused with fragrant fresh cilantro,...

If you've been dreaming of replicating that special Big Mac sauce at home, try this incredibly simple recipe. Simply mix mayonnaise, ketchup, and Sriracha sauce in the right proportions, and you'll have...

Fresh tomato salsa is a delicious addition to any dish, ready in minutes. Simply add the ingredients to a blender, blend, and serve. The simplest salsa contains only...

Dill, garlic, and lemon give this hummus a Scandinavian flair. It's made with dried chickpeas, not canned, giving the dip a creamy texture, and a dollop of yogurt...

Inspired by traditional salsa verde (green salsa), this sauce is made with tomatillos, poblano peppers, and green onions that are roasted until blackened, then blended into a thick salsa with...

The tomatillo (a type of tomato plant) has a more tart flavor than the common tomato. It's ideal for a savory green salsa, and for a deeper, richer flavor, roast it...

This salsa made with canned roasted bell peppers, jalapeños, and fresh cilantro comes together in minutes in the blender and is sweet and spicy, with a hint of heat and smoke, perfect for...

This fondue is made solely with Gouda cheese, but for a slightly stronger flavor, add aged Gouda to the fresh Gouda. Add a splash of white wine, a pinch of nutmeg, a pinch of cayenne pepper—and...

Korean gochujang paste adds a pleasantly piquant flavor to regular mayonnaise. It's perfect for any dish or appetizer, whether as a dip or condiment. Korean gochujang paste can be found in grocery stores...

This goat cheese vinaigrette comes together in minutes and is piquant, tart, and rich. It's perfect for dressing green salads and roasted vegetables. To make it...

In search of a delicious gluten-free gravy that everyone at the table would love, we tried all sorts of starches, including corn, potato, and arrowroot. The best option turned out to be...

Combine pickled ginger with dark sesame oil in this slightly thick, tart vinaigrette that's perfect for green salads, Asian-style fried rice, roasted vegetables, noodles...

Grilled pineapple adds a tropical, sweet flavor to classic guacamole, perfectly balancing the heat of the habanero pepper. If you prefer a milder version, don't forget...

This simple, fresh pizza sauce comes together in minutes. It's perfect for when tomato season is in full swing. Combine ripe plum tomatoes with spices and olive oil, then add...