Store-bought salad dressings are fine and all, but nothing beats a homemade dressing. Bright, punchy with plenty of flavor and you actually know what’s gone into it. No weird emulsifiers or preservatives. It also happens to be incredibly budget-f…
This classic Balsamic Vinaigrette is a salad dressing every cook should have in their repertoire. It jazzes up a boring bag of store-bought lettuce in an instant and is ridiculously simple to make. At its core, this is just balsamic vinegar, good olive…
This Asian-inspired soy honey salad dressing is my go-to for slaws, Chinese chicken salad and just about any kind of noodle salad. The combination of umami-rich soy sauce, sweet honey, fresh ginger and garlic makes an irresistible dressing that’ll have…
If you’ve been buying bottled Greek dressing, I need you to stop what you’re doing. Because once you make this easy Greek salad dressing at home, there is truly no going back. It takes a few minutes, uses ingredients you probably already ha…
This creamy Garlic Aioli recipe is made from scratch in a food processor with fresh garlic, Dijon, lemon juice, honey, egg, and oil in just 5 minutes!
The post Garlic Aioli appeared first on Budget Bytes.
Chimichurri sauce is a tangy, fresh, and garlicky sauce that delivers big flavor to any meal. Use as a marinade, dipping sauce, or a finishing drizzle.
The post Chimichurri Sauce appeared first on Budget Bytes.
Recipe Tips Here are a few of my favorite tricks to guarantee smooth, flavorful gravy every time: Recipe Variations This…
This Easy Homemade Teriyaki Sauce (or marinade) takes only a few minutes and a few simple ingredients to make. Way better than the bottled stuff!
The post Easy Homemade Teriyaki Sauce appeared first on Budget Bytes.
Few things are as delicious as a perfectly cooked steak served with a delicious sauce. We have you covered with the best sauces for steak. Perfect creamy mushroom sauce, fresh and zesty chimichurri and perfect compound butters – we have it all. C…
I’ve made a lot of variations of pasta sauce over my many years of blogging, but I think this version wins the title of The Best Weeknight Pasta Sauce. Why? Because it’s incredibly easy, budget-friendly, and uses only a few ingredients, yet has a wonderfully rich and hearty flavor. In fact, I love this pasta…
The post The Best Weeknight Pasta Sauce appeared first on Budget Bytes.
Learn how to make Cocktail Sauce at home with ketchup, horseradish, lemon, and hot sauce! Perfect for seafood of all types and easily customizable.
The post Cocktail Sauce appeared first on Budget Bytes.
This homemade Peach Sauce recipe is sweet, made with frozen peaches, and perfect for topping ice cream, pancakes, oatmeal, and more!
The post Peach Sauce appeared first on Budget Bytes.
This Budget-Friendly Homemade Pesto uses sunflower seeds, basil, and spinach for a delicious and affordable twist on the classic.
The post Budget-Friendly Pesto appeared first on Budget Bytes.
This sweet, tangy, and rich homemade bbq sauce takes only minutes to make, uses no bottled ketchup, and is great for more than just grilling!
The post Homemade BBQ Sauce appeared first on Budget Bytes.
Every cook needs a good easy creamy mushroom sauce recipe. It’s perfect stirred through pasta and fantastic on grilled steak. If you love this easy mushroom sauce recipe, try our Creamy Lemon Butter Sauce. Ingredients How to make creamy mushroom …
The easiest steak marinade recipe, ever. A few pantry ingredients is all you need to make sure your steak is delicious and juicy! Ingredients and Substitutions How To Make Easy Steak Marinade It couldn’t be simpler. Combine all the steak marinade…
Make your own homemade Strawberry Freezer Jam with fresh berries, sugar, and classic pectin. A quick, no-fuss recipe that’s perfect for beginners.
The post Strawberry Freezer Jam appeared first on Budget Bytes.
This easy Vodka Sauce recipe is ready in just 15 minutes and is made from tomato paste, vodka, Parmesan, heavy cream, and other simple pantry ingredients!
The post Vodka Sauce appeared first on Budget Bytes.
The best, easiest homemade burger sauce recipe made with ingredients you most likely already have in your pantry and fridge. The best condiment for any burger! Ingredients Needed I’m not going to say this is exactly the same as Big Mac sauce but …
This easy homemade French Dressing recipe is made with ketchup, apple cider vinegar, oil, and simple seasonings. Quick and delicious!
The post French Dressing Recipe appeared first on Budget Bytes.
Deeply flavorful African Peri-Peri Sauce made with bird’s eye chillies, onions, peppers, garlic & lemons. This sauce is a must-have for spicy food lovers. I hope you’re ready for a bit of fiery, kick ass condiment Heaven because I’…
It only takes 10 minutes and a few ingredients to make this super easy homemade enchilada sauce that is bursting with flavor.
The post Easy Enchilada Sauce appeared first on Budget Bytes.
Bolognese, the dreamy (and easy) Italian meat sauce, pairs with more than pasta. Work it into baked potatoes, bell peppers, rice, or nachos!
The post Bolognese appeared first on Budget Bytes.
This easy, creamy garlic parmesan sauce is the perfect sauce for everything from pasta to chicken breasts and vegetables. Love creamy sauce recipes? Try our Homemade Alfredo Sauce. Garlic Parmesan Sauce: A Versatile Kitchen Staple I believe the ke…
This traditional Fettuccine Alfredo is made with butter, Parmesan, and simple seasonings—no cream needed! A comforting and budget-friendly Italian classic.
The post Traditional Fettuccine Alfredo appeared first on Budget Bytes.
