Homemade Buttermilk Ranch
This homemade buttermilk ranch recipe is exactly what we’ve been looking for in a ranch. It’s lightly tangy, bursting full of fresh herb flavour, and tastes exceptional on pizza and veggies.
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Sauces, Dips, and Spreads
Mexican Roasted Corn and Black Bean Salad
This is my favourite quick and healthy side dish when I’m making Mexican food and need to get some veggies on the table. My Mexican Corn and Black Bean Salad is great as a side dish, in a steak taco, or as leftovers eaten straight out of the fridge. It’s an all-purpose, delicious and robust salad that’s perfect in those hot summer months (or even in the dead of winter – it’s so delicious!).
End of Summer Basil Pesto Sauce
Once my basil plants have officially become small trees (I’m not joking, I’ve seen them get 4-5 feet tall), I like to do a massive harvest and make multiple batches of basil pesto sauce. This delicious sauce is made using toasted pine nuts, Parmigiano Reggiano, …
Fresh and Easy Guacamole
This is the best guacamole recipe! Smashed avocados, white onion, serranos, tomato, and lime make up this fresh and easy dip.
Easy Homemade Fresh Ricotta
Fresh ricotta is not only creamier and more flavourful than store-bought but it is also half the price! Fresh ricotta is perfect to serve in lasagna, quiche, ravioli, or as a dip! This recipe makes about 1 lb of ricotta.
The Best Caesar Salad Dressing
Caesar salad is my favourite “fancy” salad I like to make when I have company. It’s simple to make and prep ahead, tossing just before sitting down to eat. It’s fantastic on romaine or kale and great in a chicken Caesar wrap.
Easy Homemade Sweet Chili Sauce
Homemade sweet chili sauce has a ton more flavour and you can control the spice level and sweetness according to your taste. Even better? Trying buying Thai chiles and making your own chili paste for the ultimate sweet chili sauce.
My Mom’s Homemade Pasta Sauce
My mom’s pasta sauce is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner. Make a big batch, freeze it in individual or larger portions, and thaw on the stove in the same amount of time it takes your water to boil and pasta to cook.
Authentic Greek Tzatziki: Easy and Refreshing Dip
This dip is the ultimate accompaniment to any Greek or Mediterranean dish. Subtly tangy and a refreshing addition to your plate. My favourite way to enjoy it is with souvlaki in a pita or rice bowl or simply just as a dip for your pita!
Easy Homemade Pizza Sauce
Never use store bought again! Here is an easy substitute for your favourite canned or squeeze bottle sauce. I love how easy this is to get started while my dough is rising, then almost cool just in time to dress the pizza! Can be made in just 15 minutes if short on time.