Category: Sauces & Seasonings

The Ultimate Burger Sauce

Ingredients

  • 1/2 Cup Mayo (Duke’s is best)
  • 2 Tbs Ketchup
  • 2 Tbs Dill pickles – finely chopped
  • 1 Tsp Horseradish
  • 1 Tsp White vinegar
  • 1 Tsp Worcestershire
  • 1 Tsp White sugar
  • 1/2 Tsp Onion powder
  • 1/2 Tsp Paprika
  • 1/4 Tsp Garlic powder

Directions

  1. Mix all of the ingredients in a coverable container. Cover and place in the refrigerator at least 30 minutes before cooking.
  2. Layer the sauce on the bun or on the burger. Your choice.

Fajita Seasoning

Ingredients

  • 2 Tsp Chili powder
  • 1 Tsp Cumin
  • 1 Tsp Paprika
  • 1 Tsp Dried oregano
  • 1/2 Tsp Salt
  • 1/4 Tsp Garlic powder
  • 1/4 Tsp Onion powder
  • 1/4 Tsp Cayenne

NOTE: This is per 1 lb of protein.

Tartar Sauce, Bring on the Fish & Chips

Ingredients

  • 1 Cup Mayo
  • 1/2 Cup Chopped Gerkins (about 4 or 5)
  • 1/2 Lemon – Juiced
  • 1 Tsp Capers – Finely Chopped
  • 1 1/2 Tsp Fresh Flat Leaf Parsley – Finely Chopped
  • 1 1/2 Tsp Fresh Dill – Finely Chopped
  • 1 Tsp White Sugar

Directions

  1. Combine all ingredients in a medium-sized bowl and mix well.
  2. Place in a container and chill for at least 30 minutes.

Chesapeake Bay Sauce

Ingredients

  • 1 Cup Mayo
  • 3 Tbs Lemon Juice
  • 1 Tbs Capers – Finely Chopped
  • 2 Tsp Dijon
  • 1 Tsp Ketchup
  • 1 Tsp White Vinegar
  • 1 Tbs Parsley – Finely Chopped
  • 2 Tsp Old Bay
  • 1/2 Tsp Worcestershire
  • 1/2 Tsp Louisiana hot sauce
  • 1/4 Tsp Garlic Powder
  • 1 Tsp Ground Black Pepper
  • 1/4 Tsp Cayenne
  • 1/2 Tsp Smoked Paprika
  • 1/8 Tsp Salt

Directions

  1. Add all of the ingredients into a bowl and mix well. Taste and adjust the seasonings to your liking. Add some hot sauce if you want, it’s all on you.
  2. Place in a jar or container to chill in the refrigerator at least one hour before using.
  3. Taste again for seasoning after the remoulade has had a chance to merry all of the flavors together.
  4. Serve it with crab cakes, onion rings, fries, anything that you want!

“Hot-Ketchup” BBQ Sauce, Kid Creation

Ingredients

  • 2 Cups Ketchup (No fructose)
  • 1/2 Cup White Vinegar
  • 1/3 Cup Dark Brown Sugar
  • 1/3 Cup Molasses
  • 2 Tsp Cayenne
  • 1 Tsp Salt
  • 1 Tsp Ground Black Pepper
  • 1 Tsp Smoked Paprika
  • 1/2 Tsp Chili Powder
  • 1/8 Tsp Onion Powder
  • 1/8 Tsp Garlic Powder

Directions

  1. In a medium sized bowl, combine all of the ingredients and mix well with a whisk.
  2. Place the mix in a jar, bottle, or whatever you have to store the sauce.
  3. Best to prepare at least 1 day in advance of use to maximize the flavors.

BBQ Sauce, Sweet-Heat With a Hint of Smoke

Ingredients

  • 2 Cups Ketchup (No fructose)
  • 1/2 Cup White Vinegar
  • 1/3 Cup Dark Brown Sugar
  • 1/3 Cup Molasses
  • 1 Tsp Cayenne
  • 1 Tsp Salt
  • 1 Tsp Ground Black Pepper
  • 1/2 Tsp Worcestershire
  • 1/2 Tsp Liquid Smoke
  • 1/2 Tsp Ground White Pepper
  • 1/2 Tsp Smoked Paprika
  • 1/2 Tsp Chili Powder

Directions

  1. In a medium sized bowl, combine all of the ingredients and mix well with a whisk.
  2. Place the mix in a jar, bottle, or whatever you have to store the sauce.
  3. Best to prepare at least 1 day in advance of use to maximize the flavors.

Classic Marinara

Ingredients

  • 28 Oz Crushed Tomatoes (Large Can)
  • 1/2 Yellow Onion – Diced
  • 2 Tbs Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • 3 Garlic Cloves – Minced
  • 1 Tbs Dried Oregano
  • 1 Tbs Dried Basil
  • 1 Tbs Dried Parsley
  • 2 Tsp Crushed Red Pepper
  • 1 Tsp Salt
  • 1 Tsp Ground Black Pepper
  • 1/2 Tsp Granulated Sugar
  • 2 Bay Leaves

Directions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a small to medium sized pot on the stove over medium heat.
  2. Add the minced garlic and crushed red pepper and sauté for 2 to 3 minutes.
  3. Add the crushed tomatoes and stir to combine.
  4. Season the sauce with the remaining herbs and bring to a simmer for 30 minutes.
  5. Remove the bay leaves before using.

Sausage Gravy

Ingredients

  • 1 Lb Breakfast Sausage (Jimmy Dean Regular or Hot)
  • 1/4 Cup All-Purpose Flour
  • 2 Cups Milk (a few tablespoons more if it is too thick for you)
  • 1 Tbs Hot Sauce (Texas Pete, Louisiana or other)
  • 1/2 Tsp Paprika
  • 1/2 Tsp Ground Black Pepper

Note: The breakfast sausage contains enough salt already that you won’t need to add any.

Directions

  1. In a medium pan break down and brown the breakfast sausage over med/hi heat.
  2. Once all of the sausage is browned, sprinkle the flour over the sausage and mix well. Continue to cook the sausage for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring frequently to reduce the flour taste in the sausage.
  3. Slowly pour in the milk and add the hot sauce, paprika, and black pepper.
  4. Continue to stir the gravy mixture until it starts to boil. When it starts to boil, the gravy will start to thicken. After 2 to 3 minutes the thickening will be complete. If it is too thick for your liking, add in milk a tablespoon at a time and stir.
  5. When it reaches your desired thickness, cut off the heat and serve on biscuits, eggs, whatever you want. Enjoy!

Carolina Vinegar BBQ Sauce

Ingredients

  • 2 Cups Apple Cider Vinegar
  • 2 Tbs Brown Sugar
  • 2 Tbs Ketchup
  • 1 1/2 Tsp Red Pepper Flakes
  • 1/2 Tsp Black Pepper
  • 1/2 Tsp Cayenne
  • 1/2 Tsp Ground Mustard

Directions

  1. Combine all of the ingredients in a small pot on the stove.
  2. Over medium-high heat, whisk together and bring to a boil to dissolve the sugar.
  3. Once it boils remove from the heat and cover to bring to room temperature.
  4. Place the Carolina Vinegar in your choice of container and enjoy! Great with pulled pork.

Tzatziki, Quick and Easy Greek Treat

Ingredients

  • 16 Oz Whole Greek Yogurt
  • 1 Seedless Cucumber – peeled and grated
  • 3 Garlic Cloves – minced
  • 2 Tbs Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • 1 Tbs White Wine Vinegar
  • 1/2 Lemon – juiced
  • 2 Tbs Dill – finely chopped
  • 1 Tbs Mint – finely chopped
  • Salt, Black Pepper to taste

Directions

  1. Peel the cucumber, grate it into a small colander, top with a pinch of salt to draw out the moisture, and place in the sink.
  2. Let the cucumber sit for 15 minutes. Place the cucumber on paper towels and press to remove any extra moisture.
  3. Place all of the ingredients, to include the cucumber, in a small bowl and mix well to combine. Cover and put in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to an hour.
  4. Taste the tzatziki and add anything extra as you deem necessary. Enjoy on a gyro or as a dip with some pita or chips!