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Homemade Sauces

Explore six delicious homemade sauces that can transform any meal, adding flavor and richness to your dishes.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Condiments, Sauces
Cuisine American
Servings 12 servings
Calories 100 kcal

Ingredients
  

Olive Garden Alfredo Sauce

  • 16 ounces fettuccine Use any pasta you prefer.
  • 6 tablespoons salted butter
  • 1 tablespoon garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/4 cups heavy whipping cream
  • 1 1/2 cups whole milk
  • 1 cup parmesan cheese, shredded Use freshly grated for best flavor.
  • Fresh parsley, finely chopped Optional garnish.

Fireball BBQ Sauce

  • 1 cup ketchup
  • 1/3 cup Fireball whisky
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar Adjust sweetness to taste.
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, room temperature
  • 3 tablespoons pepper jelly Use mild or spicy based on preference.
  • 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Honey Mustard Sauce

  • 3/4 cup mayonnaise Can use vegan mayo for a vegan option.
  • 3 tablespoons yellow mustard
  • 3 tablespoons honey Adjust sweetness as desired.
  • 2 teaspoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1/4 teaspoon sweet paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Sweet & Sour Sauce

  • 6 ounces can pineapple juice Use fresh juice if possible.
  • 1/2 cup ketchup
  • 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon soy sauce
  • 1/3 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1 tablespoon water For the cornstarch mixture.

Carolina BBQ Mustard Sauce

  • 1/2 cup mustard
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
  • 4 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon ketchup
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon liquid smoke
  • 6 dashes hot sauce of your choice
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 1 tablespoon water For thickening.

Chicken Finger Dipping Sauce

  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise Use low-fat for a lighter option.
  • 1/4 cup ketchup
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
  • 1 teaspoon coarse black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Cholula hot sauce Or favorite hot sauce.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Prepare the ingredients for each sauce.

Cooking

  • Follow the directions for each sauce as outlined.

Serving

  • Serve each sauce as directed, enjoying with your favorite dishes.

Storing

  • Store any leftover sauces in airtight containers as indicated.

Notes

Experiment with different variations and enjoy the process of sauce-making!
Keyword Alfredo Sauce, BBQ Sauce, Dipping Sauce, Homemade Sauces, Sauces