Category Archives: Sauces/Dips/Gravy/Dry Mixes

Spicy Turkey Sausage Gravy

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A homemade spicy herb sausage gravy, served over biscuits or pasta Yield:  4 servings Ingredients:  1 pound ground turkey (or beef)1 onion, chopped1 small clove garlic, minced1/2 teaspoon ground ginger1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon ground sage1 teaspoon thyme1 1/2 teaspoons course-ground black pepperpinch cayenne pepper, optional1 1/2 tablespoons butter1 1/2 cups… Read more »

Homemade Enchilada Sauce

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A smooth, red enchilada sauce that’s easy to make and so delicious! Yield:  5 cups Ingredients:  3 cups chicken broth, vegetable broth, or even just water1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes*2 tablespoons olive oil1 large clove garlic, minced1/2 teaspoon dried oregano1/2 teaspoon ground cumin1/3 cup chili powder1 teaspoon salt1/2 cup… Read more »

Jamie’s Spice Mix

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A fabulous all-purpose spice mixture using ingredients from the pantry. Try it on ground beef or turkey, salad dressing, french fries, or even pizza! Yield:  2/3 cup Ingredients:  2 tablespoons onion powder or granulated onion2 tablespoons garlic powder or granulated garlic1 1/2 tablespoons smoked paprika*1 tablespoon dried basil1 tablespoon dried… Read more »

Strawberry Sauce (Syrup)

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A sweet aromatic strawberry sauce for topping waffles, pancakes, ice cream, shortcake, and other desserts. Yield:  2-4 servings Ingredients:  2 cup Strawberries (loosely packed; fresh or frozen)1/8 cup white sugar1 teaspoon cornstarch (disolved in a little water) Instructions:  1. Cut strawberries into halves or quarters (depending on preference; if the… Read more »

Cream Cheese Apple Dip

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A fluffy creamy vanilla-cinnamon dip for apple slices Yield:  4-6 servings Ingredients:  8 ounces cream cheese, softened1/2 cup brown sugar (I use dark brown sugar)1-2 teaspoons cinnamon (I like lots!)1 teaspoon vanilla extractFresh apple slices from about 6 apples, for serving Instructions:  1. Combine ingredients in a mixing bowl and… Read more »

Cream Cheese with Green Onions and Chives

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Ingredients:  8 ounces cream cheese, softened2 tablespoons milk or sour cream1 tablespoon (packed) fresh green onions, sliced thinly or minced*1 tablespoon (packed) fresh chives, sliced thinly or mincedA sprinkle of garlic salt and a dash of pepper Instructions:  1. Combine all ingredients in a mixing bowl. Beat with electric mixer… Read more »

Tartar Sauce

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A tangy homemade tartar sauce to serve with fish Yield:  1 cup Ingredients:  3/4 cup Miracle Whip Salad Dressing*1/4 cup dill pickle relish1 teaspoon minced onions, optionala pinch of tarragon leaves, optional Instructions:  1. Combine ingredients and stir until well-mixed. Refrigerate until ready to serve. Leftover tartar sauce will keep… Read more »

Tartar Sauce

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A tangy homemade tartar sauce to serve with fish Yield:  1 cup Ingredients:  3/4 cup Miracle Whip Salad Dressing*1/4 cup dill pickle relish1 teaspoon minced onions, optionala pinch of tarragon leaves, optional Instructions:  1. Combine ingredients and stir until well-mixed. Refrigerate until ready to serve. Leftover tartar sauce will keep for… Read more »

Homemade Enchilada Sauce

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A smooth, red enchilada sauce that’s easy to make and so delicious! Yield:  5 cups Ingredients:  3 cups chicken broth, vegetable broth, or even just water1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes*2 tablespoons olive oil1 large clove garlic, minced1/2 teaspoon dried oregano1/2 teaspoon ground cumin1/3 cup chili powder1 teaspoon salt1/2 cup… Read more »