The everyday experts in the ThriftyFun community share their favorite recipes for sauces.
Pasta Sauce Recipes Using MeatPasta sauces come in all flavors and ingredient combinations. If you are looking for one containing meat give one of these a try.
Pasta Sauce RecipesPasta or spaghetti is enhanced by the addition of a creamy or savory sauce. Alfredo and marinara are the most familiar sauces but there are many variations.
'End of Peanut Butter Jar' Peanut SauceTurn that last bit of peanut butter at the bottom of the jar into delicious peanut sauce. You can mix it right in the jar. This is a page about making end of peanut butter jar peanut sauce.
Spaghetti Sauce Seasoning Mix RecipesMany of us grew up eating and cooking with Spatini or other spaghetti sauce seasoning mixes. This page contains spaghetti sauce seasoning mix recipes.
Instant Pot BBQ SauceThis is easy and will not heat up the kitchen.
Polynesian BBQ SauceThis is a recipe that I first made with an old gentleman who'd lived most of his life in Hawaii. Growing up during the Second World War left me with a very romantic idea of anything to do with the islands.
Gluten Free Beef GravyI thought when I had to give up everything that contained wheat, I would never be able to have gravy again. I found out that you can make gravy using corn starch. I had to start all over learning how to make gravy.
Cherry Tomato BologneseWhen the pandemic hit, we started expanding our garden to grow our own food. One of our fastest-growing and most plentiful items are cherry tomatoes. A bit tired of salad, I tried making a bolognese sauce with them for pasta night. It was so incredibly delicious.
Creamy Sausage Spaghetti BologneseTake your Bolognese up a level by adding Italian sausage, Parmesan cheese, and cream to the pot. Just a few tweaks to your usual meat sauce recipe can make something truly extraordinary!
Spicy Mustard Dipping SauceI came up with this sauce when the Louisiana-style chicken restaurant we order food from never had their spicy mustard dipping sauce available, mostly due to popularity. You can use whatever type and add as much spiciness to this as you want. I used habanero hot sauce. So good!
Making Chimichurri SauceThis herby sauce is less spicy than traditional chimichurri sauce and is perfect for dipping or as a marinade.
Tomato Gravy RecipesAlthough many gravy recipes start with a meat stock, this page offers some tomato based options that will fit your vegetarian needs or can be used over a meat of choice.
Making Gravy Without LumpsNothing is better than smooth homemade gravy. Use these tips to make sure it turns out every time. This is a page about making gravy without lumps.
Roasted Tomato Pesto SauceTomatoes, garlic, onions, and olive oil, are roasted and then put through a food processor with added olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and pepper. The sauce can be frozen for future meals. Try this delicious sauce on pasta, toasted bread, or even homemade pizza. This is a page about making roasted tomato pesto sauce.
Hearty Kale Pasta SauceI like to have days where we skip meat completely, but fill them with delicious, nutrient-rich foods that make you forget animal protein wasn't even involved. This kale pasta sauce is bright, zesty, and filled with veggies. Chopping the veggies into small pieces, and having some grated, creates a lovely thick sauce. Usually, my family members ask me, "Where's the beef?" They completely forget about that when I serve this dish.
Cashew Basil PestoYou can make fresh basil pesto without expensive pine nuts, cashews work just as great! Easy to whip up and pesto has many uses.
Making Roux For GumboThis is a page about making roux for gumbo. Roux is a thickener for sauces made by mixing equal parts of flour and fat (especially butter) and cooking the mixture until it reaches the desired color. The darker the roux the more flavorful it becomes.
Tomato Garlic Basil Sauce RecipeThis page contains a tomato garlic basil sauce recipe. This fresh tomato and basil sauce is quick and easy to make. Use it over eggs or other foods.
Corn Tomato SalsaThis is a quick and healthy salsa to pair perfectly with your fish tacos. To make this a fast and easy lunch or dinner, I opt to use frozen fish sticks instead and follow the packaging for your preference to reheat. Then, top off with this salsa, fresh avocado slices and sour cream. You can also add more toppings if you wish too like cabbage, cheese, hot sauce, etc.
Basic Red Tomato SauceUsing canned or fresh tomatoes, you can make a delicious red sauce to use in many different dishes. This page is about basic red tomato sauce.
Sugar Free Cranberry Clementine Relish RecipeThis page contains sugar free cranberry clementine relish recipes. Make this tart and sweet sauce from fresh cranberries and clementine oranges, perfect for Thanksgiving.
Rhubarbecue SauceTry making this delicious barbecue sauce using rhubarb. This is a page about rhubarbecue sauce.
Pineapple Dessert Sauce RecipeThis is a page about pineapple dessert sauce recipe. Homemade pineapple sauce can be served with a variety of desserts.
Basic Spaghetti Sauce RecipesHomemade spaghetti sauce can be tailored to suit your individual taste by the spices and additions you add or you can keep it simple. This is a page about basic spaghetti sauce recipes.
Sweet and Sour Sauce RecipesIf you are a fan of the sweet and sour sauce you get at your local Chinese restaurant try making your own version at home. This page contains sweet and sour sauce recipes.
Homemade Tomato SauceA bumper tomato crop or a great deal that the market may provide you with enough tomatoes to make your own sauce. This is a page about homemade tomato sauce.
Chili Sauce RecipesMake your own delicious chili sauce to use in recipes and as a condiment. It is easy to do and you can adjust the recipe to suit your tastes. This page contains chili sauce recipes.
Mazette Sauce RecipesThis page contains Mazette sauce recipes. This delicious pasta sauce generally includes mushrooms, onion, and peppers in a tomato based meat sauce.
Lemon Sauce RecipesSweet or savory, lemon sauce will complement your meal or dessert. This page contains lemon sauce recipes.
Horseradish Sauce RecipesHorseradish is a food you either love or hate. Follow precautions if grinding the root to make your sauce. This page contains horseradish sauce recipes.
Hershey's Chocolate Syrup RecipesMaking your own chocolate syrup can taste the best and save you money. This page contains Hershey's chocolate syrup recipes.
Butterscotch Sauce RecipesButterscotch is a delicious topping for ice cream and other desserts. This page contains butterscotch sauce recipes.
Cream Sauce RecipesA simple, rich sauce that can be enhanced in many ways. This page contains cream sauce recipes.
Homemade Chili Hot Sauce Recipes?Making your own hot sauce allows you to tailor it to your individual preferences. You can choose your favorite pepper to use, and control the amount of sugar, vinegar, and other spices. This page contains homemade hot sauce recipes.
Marinara Sauce RecipesThis page contains marinara sauce recipes. Spaghetti is delicious with an excellent red sauce.
Ragout Sauce RecipesThis page contains ragout sauce recipes. A French slow cooked meat and vegetable stew, that makes a delicious main dish.
Plum Sauce Recipes?This page contains plum sauce recipes. This tangy sauce is often served with egg rolls or chicken.
Orange Honey Sauce Recipes?Orange honey sauce can be used with chicken, seafood, ham, and even pancakes. This page contains orange honey sauce recipes.
Teriyaki Marinade RecipesAdd a delicious oriental flavor to your meat or veggies before putting them on the grill. This page contains teriyaki marinade recipes.
Hot Wing Sauce Recipes?This page contains hot wing sauce recipes. Flavored sauces served with chicken wings are a popular party appetizer or good as a snack anytime.
Ragu RecipesThis page contains ragu recipes. A thick Italian meat sauce that is delicious on pasta.
Bread Dipping Sauce RecipesThis page contains bread dipping sauce recipes. Dipping warm chunks of crusty bread into a tasty dipping sauce is a great way to start a meal or even to have as a snack.
Asian Dipping Sauce RecipesMany Asian meals are complemented by a delicious dipping sauce. This page contains Asian dipping sauce recipes.
Hollandaise Sauce RecipesThis page contains Hollandaise sauce recipes. This smooth creamy sauce is delicious served with fish, vegetables, eggs, and more.
Watermelon Salsa RecipesThis page contains watermelon salsa recipes. For a deliciously different sauce, use watermelon in place of tomatoes.
Homemade Gravy RecipesGravy is a wonderful addition to many meals. This page contains homemade gravy recipes.
Southern Barbecue Sauce RecipesThis page contains southern barbeque sauce recipes. Generally this kind is a bit hotter and spicier than regular BBQ sauce.
White Barbecue Sauce RecipesThis page contains white barbecue sauce recipes. Try mayonnaise based barbecue sauce, popular in Alabama, as an alternative to the familiar tomato base types
Quick Barbecue Sauce RecipesWhen the sauce you need isn't on hand, you may have the ingredients you need to make some. This page contains quick barbecue sauce recipes.
Hot Fudge Sauce RecipesThis page contains hot fudge sauce recipes. A delicious, rich topping for many desserts.
Ham Glaze RecipesThis page contains ham glaze recipes. Any ham can be enhanced by a delicious sauce coating.
Recipes Using Spaghetti SauceThis page contains recipes using spaghetti sauce. There are dishes that are enhanced by the addition of this sauce.
Curry Sauce RecipesThis page contains curry sauce recipes. Rather than buying prepared curry sauce to use in your recipes, make your own.
Cheese Sauce RecipesCheese sauce is delicious over pasta or vegetables. This page contains cheese sauce recipes.
Turkey Gravy RecipesThe favorite part of any turkey dinner is often the gravy. This page contains turkey gravy recipes.
Homemade Syrup RecipesThis page contains homemade syrup recipes. Delicious syrup can be made from a variety of fruits and sugars.
White Sauce RecipesWhite sauce is the basis for many recipes.This page contains white sauce recipes.
Tomato Sauce RecipesAn abundance of garden tomatoes or a sale at the market is the first step to making your own tomato sauce. This page contains tomato sauce recipes.
Chocolate Gravy RecipesThis page contains chocolate gravy recipes. An unusual gravy can be made with chocolate.
Chocolate Sauce RecipesMany desserts are enhanced by the addition of a rich chocolate sauce. This page contains chocolate sauce recipes.
Strawberry Rhubarb RecipesThis page contains strawberry rhubarb recipes. A combination of rhubarb and strawberries is a thrifty, delicious, spring treat.
Homemade Steak Sauce RecipesThis page contains homemade steak sauce recipes. Making your own steak sauce allows you to blend the ingredients just the way you like best.
Fondue RecipesTraditionally fondue contains sharp cheese and wine, additional varieties include chocolate and other dipping sauces. This page contains fondue recipes.
Peanut Sauce RecipesSpicy peanut sauce is a traditional Indonesian dipping sauce served with satay. This delicious sauce is also great used with other dishes, even as a sauce for rice. This page contains peanut sauce recipes.
Raspberry Sauce RecipesThis page contains raspberry sauce recipes. Freshly made raspberry sauce is a delicious addition to many desserts and other recipes.
Cranberry Sauce RecipesThis page contains cranberry sauce recipes. Looking for an alternative to canned cranberry sauce? There are many recipes for variations on this holiday favorite.
Spaghetti Sauce RecipesThis page contains spaghetti sauce recipes. Spaghetti is a dish that is loved by both adults and kids. You can enjoy fresh spaghetti sauce any time you want by making it at home.
Homemade Tartar Sauce RecipesTartar sauce is a great dip for fish. It is also a delicious substitute for mayo in other dishes. This page contains homemade tartar sauce recipes.
Pizza Sauce RecipesThis page contains pizza sauce recipes. Homemade pizza sauce is easy to make. Making your own sauce allows you to use fresh ingredients and adjust the flavor to your liking.
Homemade Pesto RecipesPesto can be used in many different ways. Whether you use it in a pasta salad, as a spread on bread, or mixed into a dish for flavor, pesto can enhance many dishes. Next time you need pesto, try making it at home. This page contains homemade pesto recipes.
Homemade Brown Gravy RecipesHomemade brown gravy provides a superior flavor to store bought gravy or gravy made from a mix. It's easy and quick to make. This is a page about making your own brown gravy.
Homemade Barbecue Sauce RecipesThis page contains homemade barbecue sauce recipes. Barbecue sauce is great for dipping and makes a great marinade. Making your own allows you to make it as spicy or sweet as you want.
Caramel Sauce RecipesThis page contains recipes for caramel sauce. A favorite dessert topping is caramel sauce. Although there are several commercial brands available at the market, you may want to try making some for your own use or as a sweet gift for a friend or family member.
Homemade Alfredo Sauce RecipesAlfredo sauce is a favorite non tomato based sauce for pasta. It's rich creamy texture and flavor make it a excellent Italian style sauce when served alone or with additions such as chicken, seafood, or vegetables. This page contains recipes for homemade Alfredo sauce.
Making Spaghetti Sauce With Fresh TomatoesThis page contains tips and recipes for making spaghetti sauce from fresh tomatoes.
What Sauce Can I Make with These Ingredients?What sauce can I make with heavy whipping cream, real mayonnaise, and Dijon mustard?
Adding Leftovers to Jarred Spaghetti Sauce?I use Newman's spaghetti sauce. I doctor it up by adding every thing that Mom used to call "mustgo" (every thing in the fridge must go!) Am I wasting time and should I just heat it and serve it right out of the jar.
Freezing Bolognese Sauce?Can I freeze a Bolognese sauce that has been left in the fridge after cooking for 3 days?
How Do I Make Homemade Brown Gravy?
Does anybody have a recipe for homemade brown gravy?
White Barbeque Sauce Recipe?When I lived in VA the Jaycees and the Kiwanis club used to barbeque chicken and sell it in front of a couple different grocery stores. The way they cooked it was with a white barbeque sauce. It wasn't as messy, but was really tasty.
Tomato Cream Pasta SauceIf you like smooth sauce then puree the first nine ingredients in blender after the onion and garlic have been sauteed, but before beginning to bring these ingredients to a boil. If you prefer thick sauce, whether smoothed or left chunky, then drain the diced tomatoes.
Basil MayonnaiseGreat used as a condiment for assorted sandwiches, wraps, and burgers. Haven't tried it yet as a dipping sauce for artichokes but I'll venture to bet it would be yummy.
Honey Mustard SauceThis has a great balance of sweet, tangy, and salty. I've used it for fried zucchini sticks and french fries.
Mustard SauceBeat egg; add dry ingredients, vinegar and water. Add 1 Tbsp. butter
Cook until it begins to thicken. Cool. Keep refrigerated. Good on most meats and cheese.
Peanut Butter SauceWorks on pancakes, ice cream or to glaze a cake.
Sausage Gravy This is a favorite of my husband's, but I must confess, I really don't care for it myself. He loves this over biscuits!
Making Sweet Tomato Sauce?I would like to know how to make the sweetest tomato sauce.
Simple Tasty Barbecue SauceThe flavor of this sauce is just so good and it's simple to throw together. I mainly use it on chicken but it could be used on pork too.
Sausage Cream GravyCook the sausage, crumbling well. In a separate pan, mix together the flour, milk, butter, salt and pepper until smooth. (Can add more flour for desired thickness). Place the cooked sausage in the gravy. Mix well and reheat for a couple of minutes.
Dessert Sauce Made From Instant Pudding?I know there has to be a recipe out there somewhere for making a simple dessert sauce from instant pudding. I really don't want to waste all the milk and pudding mixes experimenting. Does anyone know the secret recipe?
Chili SauceCombine tomatoes, onions, peppers, sugar, salt and vinegar in deep kettle. Tie spices in cheese cloth bag; add to kettle. Cook uncovered 2 1/2-3 hours or until quite thick, stirring often.
Picante Sauce Recipe?I need a good recipe for Picante sauce.
Mishmash ApplesauceIn a Dutch oven, combine the fruit and orange juice. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring frequently. Sprinkle gelatin over fruit mixture; mix well.
Sweet and Sour Sauce - Tips and Recipes?Tips and recipes for making sweet and sour sauce. What are your favorite Sweet and Sour Sauce recipes?
Caramel Chocolate SauceIn a 1 qt. microwave safe bowl, combine the caramels, chocolate chips, milk and butter. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 2 minutes; stir.
Chicken Gravy MixPour 1 cup cold water into saucepan. Whisk 1/2 cup chicken gravy mix into water. Stir constantly over medium heat until smooth and thickened (2-3 minutes).
Versatile Chili Cheese SauceIn a large saucepan, melt butter. Stir in flour until smooth; gradually add cream. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Stir in the sour cream, chillies and bouillon.
Pan GravyIn a pan or skillet, add lard and flour. Fry together until brown. Add 1 qt. cold water, mushroom soup and milk. Stir with whip and add 2 more qt. water and seasonings.
Spanish BBQ SauceRecipe for Spanish BBQ Sauce. Mix all ingredients in a blender. No need to heat before using. Can use on ribs, chicken or pork. Refrigerate any leftover sauce.
Berry SyrupRecipe for Berry Syrup. Mix all ingredients in a pan and bring to a boil. Boil about 15-20 minutes and remove from heat.
Spicy BBQ SauceRecipe for Spicy BBQ Sauce. In a 1 qt. saucepan over medium heat, add oil and onion, cook till onion is translucent, stirring occasionally. . .
Super Cherry SauceCombine 1 cup cherries, sugar, water and cornstarch in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil, stirring occasionally; simmer 1 minute.
Anytime Broccoli Cheese SauceAnytime Broccoli Cheese Sauce Recipe. Combine soup and milk. Over medium heat, heat until hot and bubbling, stirring often. Serve over vegetables such as broccoli, cauliflower and carrots. . .
Hot Cider SauceIn a saucepan, combine brown sugar, cider, butter, lemon juice, and spices. Bring to a boil and simmer 15 minutes or until sauce is slightly thickened. Serve warm on waffles or pancakes. . .
Pineapple SalsaThis quick and delicious salsa is a great side to prepare for a holiday party. Set it out with some chips and enjoy. It is also excellent over practically any of your favorite meats such as salmon, chicken, pork loin, steak - use your imagination!
Olga's Sauce?Does anyone have a recipe for Olga's basic sauce?
Seven Ingredient Tomato SauceEasy tomato suace recipe for pasta.
Tomato Sauce Recipes?This is a page about making spaghetti sauce using fresh tomatoes from your garden. Included are recipes and tips for making tomato sauce from fresh tomatoes.
Blackberry SauceWe are lucky to have blackberries growing everywhere around us. I recently picked 20 lbs. of them and decided to make this simple blackberry sauce to put on ice cream!
Three Meat Pasta Sauce (Freezer Meal)Say goodbye to generic jarred pasta sauces and experience your own restaurant quality meaty pasta sauce any day of the week. Prepare large batches in advance, freeze and enjoy with every pasta meal.
Cranberry Orange RelishI love cranberries at the table for all my holiday meals, and this is a vibrant version to serve alongside your meats and veggies. It only uses a handful of fresh ingredients with zero fuss of cooking anything down. This was a hit at my Thanksgiving party, and will be making an appearance for Christmas!
Basic White SauceThis simple white sauce makes a great base for cheese sauce.
End of Peanut Butter Jar Peanut SauceI get so sad when I get to the bottom of the peanut butter jar because I'm a peanut butter fiend! I turn my frown upside down by stretching those last couple of tablespoons into a yummy Thai style peanut sauce using a few extra ingredients.
Cream of Chicken Soup Gravy Recipe?Does anyone have an easy recipe for chicken dressing gravy using cream of chicken soup?
Recipe for White Sauce?I would like a good recipe for white sauce.
Cocktail Sauce Recipes?How do I make 1 gallon of cocktail sauce?
Copycat McCormick Recipe?Does anyone have a copycat recipe for McCormick thick and zesty spaghetti seasoning? If not, can someone come up with a recipe similar to it?
Making Gravy for Rotisserie Chicken?I love the rotisserie chickens my big box store offers.
Recipes Using Frozen Roma Tomatoes?My garden produced an abundance of Roma tomatoes, which I have frozen whole with skins on. I would like to make salsa and spaghetti sauce out of these. Most recipes I find use canned tomatoes. Any ideas or recipes? I would be grateful, thanks.
