What guy doesn't love a good sauce? Whether it's on a sandwich or adding flavor to a meaty T-bone, a hearty and bold sauce can save a bland meal. The only problem: The pre-packaged stuff at the store can be equally boring after years of use. To pump up your favorite foods--with an amazing BBQ sauce or a tasty relish--whip up these quick sauces with ingredients you usually have sitting around your kitchen.
Beer Hummus
The Alaskan Brewing Company mixes beer into hummus to pump up the flavor. Puree two 15.5-ounce cans of drained chickpeas, 1 tsp lemon juice, 2 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp sesame seeds, 1/4 cup IPA, 1 tsp coriander, 1 tsp cumin, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp cayenne, until smooth. Pair with fresh beer bread.
Makes 3 cups
Root Beer BBQ Sauce
In a pan on medium-high heat, saute 1 finely chopped onion and 1 minced garlic clove until soft, 3 to 5 minutes. Add 2 cups root beer; reduce by half, 15 to 20 minutes. Stir in 1 cup ketchup, 2 Tbsp brown sugar, 1/2 tsp cayenne, and 1/2 tsp smoked paprika. Thicken on low heat, about 25 minutes. Serve with pulled pork.
Makes 1 cup
Garlic and Fresh Herb Oil
Italians serve their steaks with a drizzle of herb oil. Take a handful of washed herbs, such as parsley, basil, or thyme; roughly chop them with a garlic clove; add a pinch of salt; and submerge in 1 cup extra-virgin olive oil. Let them marinate for at least 30 minutes. Drizzle over a grilled steak or roasted-vegetable sandwich.
Makes 1 cup
Sweet Onion Relish
Put this jamlike mixture on a roast beef sandwich. In a large pan over medium heat, saute 2 Tbsp butter, 2 Tbsp vegetable oil, 2 sliced onions, and 1 tsp dried thyme until the onions soften, 5 to 10 minutes. Add 1/4 cup maple syrup and 4 tsp sherry vinegar; cook until the onions are caramelized. Season with salt and pepper.
Makes 1 cup
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