Simple Homemade Sauces With Big Flavor

There are a handful of things that can completely transform a meal, and a really great homemade sauce is at the top of that list. We’re talking about the kind of sauce that makes everyone at the table ask, “Wait, what IS this?” and then immediately ask for more. The truth is, making your own sauces from scratch is one of the easiest ways to take your cooking to the next level, and once you see how simple it really is, you’ll wonder why you ever bothered with the store-bought stuff.

1. Rachel’s Green Sauce

This sauce is a combination of a Peruvian green sauce and a chimichurri, and it is absolute perfection. We like to keep a bottle of this in our fridge at all times. It is just that good. You’re going to have to trust us on this one and make a batch, because once you try it, you’ll want to put it on absolutely everything.

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2. Homemade Spaghetti Sauce

This is the kind of homemade spaghetti sauce that makes the whole house smell incredible and has everyone hovering around the stove asking when dinner will be ready. You don’t need fresh tomatoes to make it work, but the fresh herbs make all the difference in the world. We almost always make a double or triple batch just so we have plenty to freeze for those busy weeknights.

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3. Bang Bang Sauce

Bang Bang Sauce is the perfect combination of sweet and spicy, and it only takes five simple ingredients to make. We started drizzling it over crispy chicken and shrimp, but it works just as beautifully as a sandwich spread or a dipping sauce for fries. Once you try it, you’ll want to keep a jar of this in your fridge at all times!

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4. Homemade Teriyaki Sauce

Skip the store-bought bottle and make your own teriyaki sauce! It’s so easy and flavorful, you’ll want to have it on hand at all times.

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5. Hot Honey

Make your own hot honey with 5 simple ingredients. Add some sweet heat and drizzle it on pizza, fried chicken, veggies, and more!

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6. Classic and Easy Barbecue Sauce

Make the perfect homemade barbecue sauce with our Classic Barbecue Sauce recipe. This simple, no-cook recipe is versatile and not too tangy, not too sweet, making it a great basic sauce. Enjoy it on your favorite meats, sandwiches, or as a dip for nuggets.

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7. Lemon Cream Sauce

Elevate your meals with this easy, tangy lemon cream sauce! Perfect for pasta, fish, and vegetables. A gourmet delight awaits in your kitchen!

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8. Copycat Chick-fil-A Sauce Recipe

Copycat Chick-fil-A Sauce is sweet, tangy, and oh so delicious with those amazing chicken nuggets. I’ve used Chick-fil-A’s own nutrition information to turn their commercial recipe into something you can easily make at home. Your family will flip for this sauce!

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9. Easy Chimichurri Sauce

This easy to make Chimichurri Sauce is perfect to use as a marinade or to accompany beef and grilled meats. Full of fresh herbs and tangy vinegar, it brings a zesty flavor with a tiny hint of heat.

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10. Homemade Tartar Sauce

Homemade tartar sauce that’s bright and tangy with a slight kick of heat. An absolute must for fish and chips, and ready in only 5 minutes!

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11. Easy Tzatziki Sauce

Easy Tzatziki sauce is light, creamy, and full of bright flavors, making it a versatile sauce. You can use it as a dipping sauce for breads or vegetables, on gyros, or as a condiment. You’ll be amazed at how quickly this recipe comes together.

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I’m a firm believer that the right sauce can rescue almost any meal. Keep a few favorites in your back pocket and suddenly leftover chicken, a bowl of pasta, or whatever you found hiding in the fridge has a whole new personality. Dip it, drizzle it, pour it on thick. Dinner just got a lot more interesting.