Marinades and Sauces Archives

Fresh And Fiery Mole Verde

A fresh take on mole... When you think of mole, most think of the popular red mole sauce (mole poblano). Though mole verde (a.k.a. green mole sauce) is just as tasty, but in quite different ways. Think fresh, spicy, and slightly tart with mole verde instead of the earthy and slightly sweet taste of … [Read more...]

Chipotle Alfredo Sauce

Creamy with a touch of fire and smoke... A simple pasta with alfredo sauce is made into something more dramatic with the inclusion of smoky chipotle peppers. Canned chipotle in adobo sauce brings a touch of smoke and fire to the table. It's a delicious combo with the simple creaminess of alfredo … [Read more...]

Spicy Turkey Gravy

Chipotle brings a smoky warmth... Sure, any type of turkey gravy is pretty delicious, whether over turkey, mashed potatoes, or any of the typical sides that often accompany them. But if you're looking for something a bit more memorable, that chipotle powder in your spice rack can be just what you … [Read more...]

Pumpkin Mole Sauce

An earthy fall-focused mole... Pumpkin season means pumpkins are...well in everything. Soups, drinks, desserts, and yes...sauces. They are particularly good with Mexican sauces like mole. And it makes sense - mole sauce is already deliciously earthy and sweet, making pumpkin - a vegetable native to … [Read more...]

Spicy Creole Sauce

Butter and spice... This butter-based spicy Creole sauce is plenty rich with a whole lot of Southern charm. It uses a wide variety of spices off the spice rack - most of which are part of a typical Creole spice mix. So if you have a premade Creole seasoning at the ready, you could swap out the … [Read more...]

Apple Habanero Hot Sauce

Apple sweet, habanero heat... Sweet and heat are a well-known perfect pairing. And it's not just tropical sweetness that kills in hot sauce form - more northern fruits, like apples, work just as well! That delicious apple crisp sweetness is a perfect pairing with that extra-hot habanero heat (and … [Read more...]

Spicy Red Enchilada Sauce

Smoky and bold... You can't go wrong with a delicious smoky and spicy red enchilada sauce. Whether you want to layer it atop of your enchiladas prior to baking or simply use it as a dipper side to the plate, it provides a ton of flavor to any enchilada type. This recipe makes enough sauce for four … [Read more...]

Jalapeño Arugula Aioli

A fresh tasting dip or spread... When you first think arugula and jalapeño, you may not think there's much in common. But there's a lot more "there" there than you may think. Arugula, with its fresh peppery taste, pairs so well with the bright, grassy flavor of jalapeño peppers. It makes for one … [Read more...]

Spicy Blue Cheese Dressing

Spicy isn't just for those buffalo wings... Pairing fire with fire can be a ton of fun on game day or party night - fiery buffalo wings and a fiery dipping sauce. Cayenne pepper is the fiery fuel in this spicy blue cheese dressing (and you can opt for a little Sriracha sauce as well for extra heat … [Read more...]

Chipotle Honey Mustard Dressing

Don't think salads only... There are many delicious uses for chipotle honey mustard dressing. Yes, it's great on salads, but don't stop there. That smoky chipotle pepper flavor, mustard tang, and honey sweetness make a perfect trio as a sandwich spread, a burger topping, or a chicken finger dip. … [Read more...]