Sauces

A bowl of Bourbon BBQ sauce with a basting brush in it and a jar behind the bowl.
Sauces, Condiments and Pickles

Bourbon BBQ Sauce

This Bourbon BBQ Sauce is the original BBQ Sauce that we have been using for years. It has a tangy flavour with a little sweetness. With a touch of smokiness, this sauce is perfect for slathering on ribs, chicken, pork butt, and even burgers. Originally published on January 25, 2021. This post has been updated […]

Steamed broccoli with homemade cheese sauce.
Sauces, Vegetables

Cheese Sauce For Broccoli

Creamy and rich, Cheese Sauce For Broccoli is perfect for steamed broccoli. Made with only a few basic ingredients, this sauce is filled with flavour and very cheesy. Take broccoli or cauliflower up a notch with this cheesy sauce, which is made in only one pot. This sauce is ready in less than 15 minutes, […]

A ramekin filled with cherry BBQ sauce with a piece of chicken being dipped into it.
Sauces

Cherry BBQ Sauce

A simple homemade cherry BBQ sauce that uses fresh cherries. Tart with a touch of sweetness and a hint of heat, this BBQ sauce complements rotisserie chicken and smoked ribs. We make this BBQ sauce recipe during the summer when cherries are in season. Usually, we will make a large batch of this sauce to […]

A square white bowl of homemade ketchup.
Condiments and Pickles, Sauces

Homemade Ketchup

In less than 30 minutes, you can make this homemade ketchup which tastes better than store-bought and is preservative-free! We stopped buying ketchup altogether after creating this simple ketchup from scratch that is ready in little time. Disclaimer: As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases at no additional cost to consumers. Some of […]

A pot of beefy pizza sauce with peppers beside it filled with sauce.
Sauces

Beefy Pizza Sauce

Thick and hearty, this Beef Pizza Sauce is not your everyday pizza sauce, but it will quickly become your favourite sauce. And it’s so easy to make that you may never buy store-bought sauce again. There are so many ways to use this pizza sauce beyond just pizza. We use this sauce in so many […]

A clear glass bowl of peppercorn ranch sauce with a jar of peppercorns and a spoon of peppercorns in behind the bowl.
Condiments and Pickles, Sauces

Creamy Peppercorn Ranch Sauce

Creamy Peppercorn Ranch Sauce is quick and easy to make using fresh ingredients, making it taste better than any store-bought bottled variety. Use this ranch dressing on salads or as a dip for fresh vegetables.  Originally posted in September 2024, this recipe has been updated in April 2026. This peppercorn ranch sauce is a staple […]

A jar of peach brandy sauce with a bowl of peaches to the left.
Sauces, Featured Recipes

Brandy Peach Sauce

Fresh peaches are used to make this sweet Brandy Peach Sauce that can be used in so many ways, like a topping for ice cream or waffles. This simple peach sauce is made with only four ingredients, but it has a ton of flavour.  A sauce we make during the peach season and keep on […]

A double cheeseburger with burger sauce poured on it.
Sauces, Condiments and Pickles

BBQ Burger Sauce

This creamy BBQ Burger Sauce recipe is easy to make and goes with any burger. This sauce is on the table every time we make burgers. For years, we’ve made BBQ Burger Sauce for our BBQ parties. We kept this recipe a secret for years, but decided it was time to share it after getting […]