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Dipping Sauce for Andouille Sausage

September 4, 2022 by Nicole B.

Dipping sauce for Andouille sausage being whisked in a bowl.

This dipping sauce for Andouille sausage is a little spicy, a little sweet and full of delicious cajun flavors. It adds the perfect balance to smoky, spicy, grilled or broiled Andouille sausage. You need smoked hot paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, pepper, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard and maple syrup to make it. Reader comment: "Absolutely delicious […]

Cardamom Donuts with Cinnamon Sugar

November 24, 2019 by Nicole B.

Cardamom donuts on a plate.

These delicate baked cake donuts are made with an easy, hand-whisked cardamom-flavored batter. After baking, they're brushed with melted butter and dipped in cinnamon sugar. The combination of cardamom and cinnamon is absolutely delicious and makes these donuts special. How to make the donuts: See full ingredient amounts and instructions in the recipe card below! […]

Raspberry Dessert Sauce with Ginger and Lime Zest

August 31, 2025 by Nicole B.

Raspberry dessert sauce in a jar.

This delicious raspberry dessert sauce has an intense fruit flavor that's enhanced by fresh ginger and lime zest. The ginger and lime flavors don't come through strongly but add great complexity and vibrancy to this sauce. Recipe ingredients and notes: How to make it: See full ingredient amounts and instructions in the recipe card below! […]

Spicy Italian Sausage Dip

August 16, 2025 by Nicole B.

Spicy Italian sausage dip in a cast iron pan.

This spicy Italian sausage dip is creamy, tangy, smoky and has nice chunks of sausage that give you something to bite into. The two ingredients that make it special are smoked paprika and smoked Gouda. The smokiness works great with the fennel flavor of the Italian sausage and makes this dip a fantastic appetizer with […]

Curry Dipping Sauce

August 2, 2025 by Nicole B.

Cauliflower, carrot and steak with curry dipping sauce.

This creamy curry dipping sauce is delicious and comes together in minutes with just 5 ingredients. It has a subtle curry flavor from yellow curry powder and a great texture from mayonnaise and a little bit of milk. Worcestershire sauce and rice vinegar add tartness and umami and also completely take away the slight bitterness […]

Creamy Italian Salad Dressing Recipe

July 16, 2025 by Nicole B.

Italian salad dressing in a jar with a spoon.

This Italian salad dressing has a delicious herb flavor and an ultra creamy texture from a mix of mayonnaise and buttermilk. Recipe ingredients and notes: How to make it: You don't need a food processor or blender for this dressing because you don't need to chop up any fresh herbs or create an emulsion. Instead, […]

Basil Mayo Dressing

July 7, 2025 by Nicole B.

Basil mayo dressing in a jar.

This creamy basil mayo dressing has intense basil and lemon flavor from lots of fresh basil, lemon juice and lemon zest. Garlic adds bite and a little bit of cumin intensifies the flavors and takes this dressing to the next level. Ingredients needed: Note: Cumin is not an ingredient you usually see in a basil […]

Creamy Cilantro Dipping Sauce

June 17, 2025 by Nicole B.

Creamy cilantro dipping sauce in a bowl.

This creamy cilantro dipping sauce has a delicious tangy flavor from sour cream, buttermilk and lemon juice. A little bit of olive oil makes it rich and creamy and ground coriander, cumin and garlic salt add warm, aromatic flavors. Recipe ingredients and notes: Garlic salt: I wanted only a hint of garlic flavor in this […]

Pork Tenderloin Rub (no sugar)

February 6, 2024 by Nicole B.

Pork tenderloin rub in a bowl.

This no-sugar pork tenderloin rub has delicious flavor from smoked paprika, thyme, allspice, garlic powder, salt and black pepper. It's very easy to use, just rub the tenderloin with olive oil, sprinkle with the rub and roast directly on a rimmed baking sheet. Serve with a potato side dish for a stellar weeknight meal you […]

Shallot to cups conversions (sliced and minced)

December 3, 2023 by Nicole B.

Shallots on a table.

This conversion guide lists how much cut shallot you get from different-sized whole shallots. [feast_advanced_jump_to] Different shallot cuts: The two most common shallot cuts you will find in recipes are sliced shallots and minced shallots and I included both in this guide. Slices are a great cut for caramelizing shallots, like for this shallot grilled […]

Dipping Sauce for Sausage Rolls

September 8, 2023 by Nicole B.

Mustard dipping sauce in a bowl.

This dipping sauce is the perfect condiment for sausage rolls. It has a nice sharpness from Dijon mustard and Worcestershire sauce that is balanced by ground herbs and garlic powder. The sauce is delicious with traditional sausage rolls (bulk sausage meat wrapped and baked in puff pastry). It also works well with American-style pigs in […]

Buttermilk Dill Sauce

August 1, 2023 by Nicole B.

Buttermilk sauce in a bowl with a spoon.

This cold buttermilk dill sauce is delicious on anything from raw or roasted vegetables to grilled or baked salmon. The characteristic buttermilk flavor is intensified by sour cream, mayonnaise, salt and lemon juice. Onion powder adds great flavor and umami and works exceptionally well with the fresh dill flavor in this recipe. Recipe ingredients and […]

Creamy White Dipping Sauce for Calzones

July 20, 2023 by Nicole B.

Calzone dipping sauce in a bowl.

This creamy and garlicky white dipping sauce takes calzones to the next level. It's particularly good with cream sauce calzones but also works great with marinara sauce calzones. You need buttermilk powder, onion powder, dried marjoram, garlic, hot sauce, mayonnaise, sour cream, soy sauce, unseasoned rice vinegar and Worcestershire sauce. Sauce ingredients and notes: More […]

Cauliflower to Cups Conversion

July 11, 2023 by Nicole B.

Two heads of cauliflower on a table.

This guide gives you all the different conversions you need to cook with cauliflower. It tells you how many florets are in a cup, in a pound, in a large head and in a small head of cauliflower. It also tells you how much riced cauliflower you get from a pound of florets, how much […]

Curry Tartar Sauce

June 11, 2023 by Nicole B.

Curry tartar sauce in a small bowl.

This curry tartar sauce makes a delicious condiment for battered fried fish. It's a traditional tartar sauce that's spiced with curry powder and garam masala. The two spice blends work great with the tart pickles (in a similar way to these refrigerator cinnamon and clove pickles). Recipe ingredients and notes: How to make it: Add […]

Sriracha BBQ Sauce Recipe

June 7, 2023 by Nicole B.

Sriracha bbq sauce in a small bowl.

This Sriracha bbq sauce is sweet, sour, spicy and perfect on grilled or smoked meat. It has ketchup, Sriracha, dark brown sugar, rice vinegar and Worcestershire sauce and only takes a few minutes to make. Ingredient notes: How to make it: See full ingredient amounts and instructions in the recipe card below! More great sauces […]

Brown Sugar Steak Rub

June 5, 2023 by Nicole B.

Brown sugar steak rub in a bowl.

This peppery brown sugar steak rub has the perfect balance of sweet and savory flavors and delivers juicy oven-seared steaks. It's made with brown sugar, smoked paprika, black pepper, cumin, salt, onion powder and garlic powder. My ingredient notes: How to make it: See full ingredient amounts and instructions in the recipe card below! More […]

Ground Turkey Seasoning Recipe

May 19, 2023 by Nicole B.

Seasoned ground turkey in a pan.

Take ground turkey from bland to spectacular with this easy ground turkey seasoning recipe. You'll need smoked paprika, cumin, sage, salt, onion and garlic powder, Worcestershire sauce and tomato paste. Ingredients and notes: How to make it: See full ingredient amounts and instructions in the recipe card below! How to use it: You can use […]

Brown Sugar Marinade for Pork Chops

May 12, 2023 by Nicole B.

Pork chops with marinade in a resealable plastic bag.

This easy brown sugar marinade makes juicy and delicious pork chops full of sweet, tangy and savory flavors. Orange juice and rice vinegar balance the sweetness of the brown sugar and soy sauce, thyme, and black pepper add umami. Add the chops (boneless or bone-in) to the marinade in the morning and cook in the […]

Peppers to Cups Conversion (Bell Peppers and Jalapeno Peppers)

March 31, 2023 by Nicole B.

Bell peppers and jalapeno peppers on a table.

Many recipes call for a specific number of diced bell peppers or jalapenos but peppers can vary tremendously in size. A very large bell pepper can weigh twice as much as a small one, for example. This guide tells you what size of what pepper will yield how many cups of diced pepper. [feast_advanced_jump_to] How […]

Broccoli Cauliflower Ground Beef Casserole

January 28, 2023 by Nicole B.

Broccoli cauliflower ground beef casserole with salad on a table.

This broccoli cauliflower ground beef casserole has it all: flavorful beef, three different vegetables, a creamy, spicy sauce and a crispy, melty, cheesy topping. The recipe was inspired by the flavors of this cream cheese ground beef dip that is spiced with smoked hot paprika and Louisiana hot sauce. Ingredient notes: How to make it: […]

Meatball Casserole without Tomato Sauce

January 20, 2023 by Nicole B.

Meatball casserole with garlic bread and salad on a table.

This easy meatball casserole without tomato sauce is made with store-bought homestyle meatballs. The meatballs are baked with egg noodles in a delicious creamy and garlicky mushroom and spinach sauce. A white cheddar cheese topping adds a nice sharp contrast to the creamy sauce. Sauce ingredients: The sauce for this casserole is basically a delicious […]

Onion to cups conversion (sliced, chopped, medium-diced, minced)

January 8, 2023 by Nicole B.

A yellow, a red and a white onion on a table.

Many recipes call for a specific amount of sliced, chopped or diced onion (usually measured in cups). But how many onions of what size do you need to get, say, ¼ cup of finely diced onion? This guide will help you find out. [feast_advanced_jump_to] About this guide: This guide lists how many slices and how […]

Ground Beef Pasta Sauce (no tomato)

October 7, 2022 by Nicole B.

Ground beef pasta sauce in a nonstick pan.

This no-tomato ground beef pasta sauce is full of flavor from chili powder and smoked paprika. It's delicious and satisfying and has the perfect balance of meat and vegetables (similar to this broccoli and sausage soup!). You can serve this quick and easy sauce with any pasta. Recipe ingredients and notes: How to make it: […]

Sweet Chili Aioli

September 20, 2022 by Nicole B.

Sweet chili aioli in a small glass bowl.

This quick and easy sweet chili aioli sauce has a wonderful, mild sweet and sour chili flavor. It makes a delicious dipping sauce for anything from chicken nuggets to cilantro lime meatballs to stuffed bacon-wrapped shrimp. You need mayonnaise, garlic, sweet chili sauce and rice vinegar to make it. Reader comment: "This is a great […]

Apple Cider Chicken Marinade

September 2, 2022 by Nicole B.

Apple cider chicken marinade being whisked in a bowl.

This apple cider chicken marinade makes delicious sweet and savory chicken breast. Its dominant flavor comes from apple cider and maple syrup and the sweetness is balanced by adobo sauce and Dijon mustard. Marinade ingredients and notes: More sweet and savory marinade recipes:

Bacon-Wrapped Shrimp with Cream Cheese

September 1, 2022 by Nicole B.

Two bacon-wrapped stuffed shrimp with sauce on a plate.

These bacon-wrapped shrimp have a delicious cream cheese stuffing that's flavored with scallion, hot sauce, onion powder and garlic powder. A little bit of sour cream helps lighten the cream cheese and keeps the filling from becoming too heavy and dense. Recipe ingredients and notes: How to precook bacon for wrapping shrimp: Because the bacon […]

Ginger Sriracha Aioli

August 28, 2022 by Nicole B.

Ginger Sriracha aioli in a bowl with a spoon.

This spicy ginger Sriracha aioli makes a delicious dipping sauce for anything from shrimp to French fries. Recipe ingredients and notes: Traditional aioli is an emulsion of just olive oil and garlic. Nowadays, however, the term aioli includes flavored garlic mayonnaise sauces, such as the one in this recipe. How to make it: How to […]

Shrimp and Chorizo Tacos

August 12, 2022 by Nicole B.

Shrimp and chorizo tacos.

These delicious shrimp and chorizo tacos have a hearty filling of juicy shrimp and crispy browned Mexican chorizo cooked with smoked paprika. The shrimp not only contribute flavor but also lighten up the filling and keep it from being too meaty. Ingredients and notes: How to cook the filling: See full ingredient amounts and instructions […]

Chicken and Chorizo Fajitas

August 2, 2022 by Nicole B.

Chicken and chorizo fajita on a plate.

These chicken and chorizo fajitas are full of bold Mexican flavors and combine crispy browned chorizo with juicy, tender chicken. Recipe ingredients and notes: Chicken and chorizo make a great pairing. The intensely spiced chorizo adds delicious flavor and a crispy texture that provides the perfect contrast to tender chunks of chicken. How to make […]

Creamy Chicken and Chorizo Pasta (no tomato)

July 29, 2022 by Nicole B.

Chicken and chorizo pasta with cream sauce in a bowl.

This creamy chicken and chorizo pasta dish is quick and easy to make and tastes amazing. Browned chicken, chorizo, bell peppers and mushrooms give the luscious, no-tomato cream sauce a delicious umami flavor. A pinch of ground cinnamon is optional but highly recommended. The warm fall flavor of the spice works great in this meaty, […]

Pork Belly Rub

July 27, 2022 by Nicole B.

Pork belly seasoning being stirred in a bowl.

This pork belly rub adds just the right amount of seasoning without taking away from the delicious flavor of the meat itself. It's made with smoked paprika, pepper, garlic and onion powder, ground fennel seed, oregano and salt. What does it taste like: This dry rub adds lots of umami and a light smoked paprika […]

Apricot Marinade for Pork Chops

July 25, 2022 by Nicole B.

Apricot marinade being whisked in a bowl.

This apricot marinade makes juicy, melt-in-your-mouth tender pork chops full of delicious sweet and savory flavors. The marinade is easily made with apricot preserves, Dijon, rice vinegar, thyme, soy sauce and olive oil. The mustard and the vinegar tenderize the meat and add an intense flavor punch that counters the sweetness of the preserves. How […]

Pineapple Jalapeno Chicken Marinade

July 22, 2022 by Nicole B.

Chicken breast with pineapple marinade in a plastic bag.

This pineapple jalapeno chicken marinade has great flavor from fresh jalapeno, ginger, garlic, soy sauce and pineapple juice. It adds a fresh, tropical, fruity-sweet twist to boneless, skinless chicken breast. The marinade is easily made with pineapple juice frozen concentrate that you can scoop directly out of the can for maximum convenience. Serve the chicken […]

French Chicken Marinade

July 17, 2022 by Nicole B.

French chicken marinade being whisked in a bowl.

This French chicken marinade yields juicy, tender chicken breasts that are infused with aromatic herbs de Provence flavors. The marinade is easily made with a homemade herbs the Provence blend, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, salt and diced onion. What's in the marinade? Herbs de Provence ingredients: Herbs de Provence is an aromatic blend of […]

Dill Honey Mustard Sauce

July 12, 2022 by Nicole B.

Dill honey mustard sauce in a bowl with a spoon.

This dill honey mustard sauce is made with fresh dill, honey, Dijon mustard, rice vinegar, black pepper, red onion and olive oil. It has a mild sweetness that is balanced by acidity from the vinegar and sharpness from the mustard and the onion. It's similar to a dressing and makes a great condiment for crab […]

Chipotle Pizza Sauce

July 9, 2022 by Nicole B.

Raw pizza dough with chipotle pizza sauce in a cast iron pan.

This chipotle pizza sauce is a delicious variation on traditional tomato pizza sauce. It has all the great flavors of "regular" pizza sauce but with added spiciness, smokiness and a subtle chipotle flavor. You need onion, olive oil, garlic, salt, chipotle powder, dried oregano and crushed tomatoes to make it. Recipe ingredients: How to make […]

Bulk Pork Breakfast Sausage Seasoning

July 5, 2022 by Nicole B.

Breakfast sausage seasoning in a bowl with a spoon.

This sugar-free bulk pork breakfast sausage seasoning makes delicious sausage patties. It has a great herb flavor from sage, rosemary and oregano and umami from onion and garlic powder, salt and pepper. Recipe ingredients and notes: To make a spicy version of this seasoning, add a teaspoon of crushed red pepper flakes. How to make […]

Chili Lime Aioli

June 22, 2022 by Nicole B.

Chili lime aioli being whisked in a bowl.

This flavorful chili lime aioli makes a great condiment for fish, shrimp or pork tacos or any fried seafood. Its dominant flavors come from chili powder and fresh lime juice and zest. Garlic and onion powder add umami and a little bit of honey balances the acidity of the lime juice. 5-Star Reader Review: "This […]

Dry Rub for Pulled Pork in the Oven (no sugar)

June 19, 2022 by Nicole B.

Pulled pork rub in a bowl with a spoon.

This no-sugar pulled pork dry rub adds delicious flavor to oven-roasted pulled pork. It has a bold and complex flavor from Hungarian and smoked paprika, chili powder and black pepper. Ingredients and notes: Spice rubs for slow-roasting recipes need to be very intense because they can lose some of their initial flavor during the long […]

Ahi Tuna Rub

June 7, 2022 by Nicole B.

A raw tuna steak with seasonings.

This easy ahi tuna rub adds just the right amount of zing to a delicious, meaty tuna steak. It's made with dry mustard, thyme, rosemary, salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder and a touch of smoked paprika. What does it taste like: More fish seasoning recipes:

Sriracha Sesame Sauce

May 29, 2022 by Nicole B.

Sriracha sesame sauce being stirred in a saucepan.

This sweet, sour and very spicy Sriracha sesame sauce takes a simple grilled chicken breast to a whole new level. It's easily made on the stovetop with butter, honey, Sriracha, apple cider vinegar, garlic, ginger and sesame seeds. Recipe ingredients and notes: How to make it: Simply add all ingredients to a saucepan and cook […]

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