Sauces

Easy Homemade Sauce Recipes

A good sauce can turn a few simple ingredients into a meal you actually look forward to eating. Find easy homemade sauce recipes for pasta, chicken, steak, tacos, salads, and more, from creamy Alfredo and fresh pesto to tangy barbecue sauce and flavorful Indian chutneys.

Whether you need a quick dipping sauce or something delicious to spoon over dinner, these recipes make it easy to add more flavor without a lot of extra work.

Pasta Sauces And Pizza Sauces

Make pasta night even better with Cottage Cheese Alfredo Sauce, a creamy blend of cottage cheese, Parmesan, and garlic that also works well with chicken and vegetables. For another creamy option, try Creamy Pesto Sauce tossed with your favorite noodles.

Prefer a tomato-based sauce? Our Pomodoro Sauce brings tomato, garlic, and basil flavor to pasta dishes, while Homemade Pizza Sauce is perfect for your next pizza night.

Dipping Sauces And Sandwich Spreads

Give chicken tenders, sandwiches, fries, and appetizers a flavorful finishing touch with these homemade favorites:

Honey Mustard Sauce. A sweet and tangy dipping sauce that pairs beautifully with chicken.
Baja Sauce. A creamy, flavorful addition to tacos, wraps, and sandwiches.
Tzatziki Sauce. A refreshing cucumber and yogurt sauce for gyros, grilled meats, and vegetables.
Spicy Ketchup. An easy way to add a little heat to burgers and fries.

Sauces For Chicken, Steak, And Grilling

Keep the main dish simple and let the sauce bring the flavor. Toss wings with Homemade Buffalo Sauce, serve Peppercorn Sauce over steak, or brush Sugar Free BBQ Sauce onto your favorite grilled meats.

Planning a cookout? Browse our Best Sauces for BBQs for more ways to dress up your menu.

Mexican Sauces And Salsas

Bring bold flavor to taco night with Salsa Roja, a versatile salsa to serve with tacos, eggs, grilled meats, or tortilla chips. Make a batch of Instant Pot Enchilada Sauce when you want homemade flavor for your next enchilada dinner.

Chutneys And Global Sauce Recipes

Explore sweet, tangy, spicy, and cooling flavors with sauces inspired by cuisines around the world. Start with Tamarind Sauce for a sweet-tart dipping sauce or glaze, or try Cranberry Chutney alongside roasted meats and holiday dishes.

For more ideas, explore our Global Spices and Sauce Blends guide.

Homemade Salad Dressings

A homemade dressing can make a simple bowl of greens much more satisfying. Try Greek Yogurt Ranch for a creamy dressing that doubles as a vegetable dip, or whisk up Dijon Vinaigrette for a tangy finish.