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    Lemon Vinaigrette Recipe

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    My Lemon Vinaigrette Recipe is light, refreshing, and full of zingy, bright lemon flavor! This easy recipe for vinaigrette salad dressing comes together in minutes and is packed with bright lemony flavor. It's more than a salad dressing, too - use it as a dipping sauce for veggies, or even as a marinade!

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    Lemon Vinaigrette

    It's time to start making your own homemade salad dressing! It's an easy way to control the nutrition of your salads, while also maximizing flavor. My easy Lemon Vinaigrette Salad Dressing is a perfect way to dress a simple green salad or boost flavor with a plate of steamed vegetables.

    There really isn't a better feeling than walking right past the salad dressing section at the grocery store, knowing I can mix something up at home my family will love more than anything bought in a bottle. Making homemade lemon olive oil dressing is so simple - you only need a few ingredients and a jar to store it in!

    Vinaigrette recipes are not only easy to make, but completely versatile. The fresh lemony flavors mixed with olive oil result in a creamy consistency, creating a great sauce for grilled chicken, seafood, or veggie plates!

    caesar salad on a fork with lemon vinaigrette in a jar

    Lemon Salad Dressing Ingredients

    • Extra virgin olive oil
    • White balsamic vinegar
    • Sugar
    • Salt
    • Pepper
    • Lemon juice + zest
    • Garlic powder
    • Dry mustard
    • Onion powder

    How to Make Lemon Vinaigrette

    1. Add all dressing ingredients to a jar.adding lemon zest to vinaigrette in a jar
    2. Screw on the lid, then shake well. Store until ready to use, and be sure to shake or whisk it again before using.caesar salad on a fork with lemon vinaigrette in a jar

    Lemon Vinaigrette Dressing Tips

    • To avoid a bitter dressing, only zest the yellow outer part of the lemon. Try to avoid the inner white area known as the pith.
    • Though this can be whisked in a bowl, I like to make this dressing in a mason jar for easy mixing, pouring, and storing.
    • Remember to always use fresh lemons over a store-bought jar of lemon juice!
    • Remember, vinaigrette is more than a salad dressing! Try it as a sauce or marinade!
    • My lemon vinaigrette recipe is gluten-free, but as always make sure to check each product before using it to ensure food safety.

    Lemon Vinaigrette Dressings FAQs

    What is a lemon vinaigrette made of?

    Lemon vinaigrette is a combination of fresh lemon juice with zest, olive oil, mustard powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, white balsamic vinegar, onion powder, and sugar. Simply mix ingredients into a mason jar and shake!

    Why is my lemon vinaigrette bitter?

    Lemon vinaigrette could be bitter from zesting the white area around the lemon, otherwise known as the "pith." This is bitter in flavor and will make your vinaigrette bitter as well. Try to only zest the yellow most outer layer by continuously moving the zester around the entire surface of the lemon.

    How to Store Lemon Salad Dressing

    • Refrigerator: Homemade lemon vinaigrette can be stored in an airtight container placed in the fridge for up to 1 week! Always shake or whisk the vinaigrette before using it again, as the layers tend to separate in the refrigerator.
    • Freezer: Freeze lemon vinaigrette for up to 6 months when stored in an airtight container or freezer bag. Make sure to give the vinaigrette a good whisk or shake after thawed as freezing a vinaigrette can change the consistency of the dressing. Label the storage container with the freezing date.

    How to Make Lemon Vinaigrette Without Mustard

    Many vinaigrette recipes utilize Dijon mustard as a way to emulsify a dressing, giving it a thicker consistency (this happens when the mustard reacts with a fat, typically oil). Because this recipe is made in a mason jar, shaking the oil with the balsamic vinegar creates a similar effect.

    My lemon vinaigrette recipe is an easy way to make vinaigrette without using actual mustard. Instead, I use dry mustard powder to mimic the tangy, sharp flavors.

    If you do not want any of the mustard flavors, simply omit the mustard powder and follow the recipe according to the instructions.

    Lemon Vinaigrette Recipes Variations

    • Lemon Honey Vinaigrette: Make as instructed, but substitute sugar for an equal amount of honey to add a floral aroma and sweet balance to this dressing. I love to use local, seasonal honey-orange blossom, wildflower, sage, or clover, to name a few!
    • Lemon Basil Vinaigrette: Make as instructed and cut 4-6 fresh basil leaves into thin strips to add either directly to the dressing, or sprinkle over the top of your salad after you pour the dressing on it.
    • Lemon Caesar Vinaigrette: Make as instructed, but leave out the onion, garlic, or mustard powder. Add one small minced shallot, 2 cloves of minced garlic, 2 minced anchovy filets, 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard, and 6 tablespoons of freshly grated parmesan cheese. Shake vigorously.

    My recipe for lemon vinaigrette is the perfect base to make a variety of fantastic lemon dressings. Simply changing an ingredient here or there can completely change the profile of this sauce!

    caesar salad with lemon vinaigrette on a plate

    How to Use Lemon Vinaigrette Dressing

    • Lemon Grilled Chicken: Marinate 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts for up to 3 hours (or overnight) in my easy lemon vinaigrette, then chargrill until perfectly cooked (about 5 minutes on each side, or until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F). If you do not want to marinade the chicken, simply grill the breasts using a little olive oil, salt, and pepper. Serve the lemon vinaigrette overtop as a sauce.
    • Seafood: Lemon and seafood are a combination as old as time, and this lemon vinaigrette is a perfect way to marinate shrimp, scallops, or even to serve as a sauce with pan-seared salmon!
    • Vegetarian: For an easy dinner idea, make your favorite pasta and simply toss it with easy lemon vinaigrette! Serve with a fresh sprinkling of parmesan cheese.
    • Drizzle over roasted cauliflower, broccoli, asparagus, or a hummus bowl.
    • Use as a dressing for shaved brussels sprouts with pecans, wild rice, dried cranberries, and goat cheese.

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    Lemon Vinaigrette Recipe

    Isabel Laessig
    Learn how to make lemon vinaigrette dressing to use on salads, as a marinade, or as a sauce for veggies! Homemade lemon vinaigrette dressing is bright and flavorful!
    4.67 from 6 votes
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    Prep Time 5 mins
    Total Time 5 mins
    Course Dressing, Sauce
    Cuisine American
    Servings 1 half cup, a little over
    Calories 934 kcal

    Equipment

    • 1 jar with lid

    Ingredients
      

    • ½ cup extra virgin olive oil
    • 3 Tablespoons white balsamic vinegar
    • 3 teaspoons sugar
    • ½ teaspoon salt
    • ½ teaspoon pepper
    • zest from one lemon
    • 1 Tablespoon lemon juice
    • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
    • ¼ teaspoon dry mustard
    • ¼ teaspoon onion powder

    Instructions
     

    • Add all ingredients to a jar and screw on the lid.
      ½ cup extra virgin olive oil, 3 Tablespoons white balsamic vinegar, 3 teaspoons sugar, ½ teaspoon salt, ½ teaspoon pepper, zest from one lemon, 1 Tablespoon lemon juice, ¼ teaspoon garlic powder, ¼ teaspoon dry mustard, ¼ teaspoon onion powder
      adding lemon zest to vinaigrette in a jar
    • Shake well until completely mixed. Use immediately, or store until ready to use (up to 1 week in the refrigerator, 6 months frozen). After storing, give it a good shake before using.
      caesar salad on a fork with lemon vinaigrette in a jar

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    Notes

    • To avoid a bitter dressing, only zest the yellow outer part of the lemon. Try to avoid the inner white area known as the pith.
    • Though this can be whisked in a bowl, I like to make this dressing in a mason jar for easy mixing, pouring, and storing.
    • Remember to always use fresh lemons over a store-bought jar of lemon juice!
    • Remember, vinaigrette is more than a salad dressing! Also, try it as a sauce or marinade!
    • My lemon vinaigrette recipe is gluten-free, but as always make sure to check each product before using it to ensure food safety.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 934kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 0.7gFat: 101.2gSaturated Fat: 14.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 11gMonounsaturated Fat: 79gSodium: 1169mgPotassium: 111mgFiber: 0.8gSugar: 13gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 14mgCalcium: 32mgIron: 1mg
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    Homemade Bolognese Sauce

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    My rich and savory Homemade Bolognese Sauce is the most comforting Italian pasta sauce recipe to have in your kitchen! It's great for keeping on hand when you need a stick-to-your-ribs type of meal. Slow-cooked and bursting with flavor, this is the perfect meat sauce for pasta.

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    Best Bolognese Recipe

    My Bolognese meat sauce recipe starts with a rich tomato sauce where I add plenty of fresh herbs, garlic, and white wine. Savory beef, pork, and pancetta give this sauce its authentic taste and texture.

    It is important to give Bolognese meat sauce plenty of time to simmer; you want all the flavors to slowly work together to create this Italian classic!

    Once the sauce is ready, the possibilities are endless. Bolognese is a truly versatile recipe! I like to make a big batch of Bolognese sauce to keep on hand for nights when I just don't have the time I need in the kitchen, or for when I'm wanting a comfort food meal.

    This recipe is perfect for feeding a larger crowd, a hungry family at the dinner table, or just yourself on a night when a craving for Italian food must be met.

    My new favorite meat sauce. I love whipping this up quickly. It is easy and so delicious.

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    Two plates of bolognese sauce with pasta

    Easy Bolognese Sauce Recipe Ingredients

    • unsalted butter
    • white onion
    • carrots
    • celery
    • garlic
    • tomato paste
    • pancetta, diced ham, or bacon
    • ground beef
    • ground pork
    • white wine
    • milk
    • beef stock
    • whole peeled tomatoes in a can
    • fresh parsley
    • bay leaves
    • salt and pepper

    How to Make Bolognese Sauce

    1. Melt butter in a large pot or Dutch Oven over medium-high heat. Add onions, carrots, celery, garlic, tomato paste, and salt. Saute, stirring often, for 5 minutes or so. If the garlic or onion starts to brown, lower the heat.
    2. Add pancetta and continue to cook, stirring frequently, until the vegetables are fairly soft. Then, mix in the beef and pork about ⅓ at a time, letting most of the liquid evaporate before adding more.
    3. Cook, stirring frequently until all meat is incorporated and no longer pink. All the liquid should be evaporated, and brown bits should begin to stick to the bottom of the pot.
    4. At this point, add white wine to deglaze the pot. Scrape up the brown bits from the bottom of the pan, then lower the heat to prevent them from sticking again. Mix in milk, broth, tomatoes, salt, and pepper, and bring to a boil.
    5. Once boiling, reduce heat to as low as possible to maintain a lazy simmer. Add bay leaves and parsley. Simmer on low, half-covered, for 4 hours, occasionally stirring.
    6. If preparing pasta to go with the meat sauce, begin cooking pasta 10-12 minutes before your sauce is complete, according to package directions, in order to give yourself enough time for both to be ready at the same time.
    7. When ready, remove bay leaves. If the sauce has not thickened to your liking yet, increase the heat slightly and simmer for another 15-30 minutes uncovered.
    8. Serve bolognese meat sauce with pasta and plenty of freshly grated cheese! Enjoy!

    Bolognese Recipe Tips

    • Pot for Bolognese Sauce: Use a big enough pot that the various liquids will be able to almost entirely evaporate. In the end, the sauce should be mostly meat with a little bit of very thick tomato sauce holding it together. I love using the Perfect Pot or a Dutch Oven for making bolognese.
    • Dicing the veggies: Do your best to dice the onion, carrots, and celery as evenly as you possibly can. Aim for ¼-inch dice. This is pretty much the only “work” involved in this recipe and the more exact you are, the better it will be!
    • Add the Parmigiano: There’s no Parmigiano Reggiano in the actual sauce but if you don’t grate some on top before digging in you’re senselessly depriving yourself. This is comfort food, after all!

    Make-Ahead Bolognese Sauce

    My bolognese meat sauce is a fantastic recipe to make ahead, especially in batches if you want to have it ready whenever you like. Simply make the sauce according to the recipe instructions, allow it to cool completely, and transfer it to an airtight or covered container. Keep the Bolognese sauce in the fridge for up to 5 days, or freeze it as instructed below.

    Bolognese Recipes FAQs

    What is the difference between Bolognese and spaghetti sauce?

    In the U.S. we commonly think of spaghetti sauce as a tomato-based sauce, simmered with ground beef or sausage and served over spaghetti. Bolognese sauce is a meat sauce that may or may not have tomato in it. It's a thicker, heartier sauce and includes milk, which adds richness and tenderizes the meat.

    Is Bolognese gluten-free?

    My recipe for Bolognese meat sauce is completely gluten-free; just be sure to serve it with another gluten-free grain or vegetable.

    Can I make vegetarian bolognese?

    For a vegetarian bolognese sauce recipe, substitute the chicken stock for vegetable stock and omit all meat products from the sauce. Instead of using meat, use diced eggplant, mushrooms, or a combination of both.

    grating cheese over bolognese sauce with pasta on a plate

    What kind of meat goes in bolognese?

    Traditionally, Bolognese sauce is made using a combination of beef and pork. My recipe for homemade Bolognese meat sauce uses a secret ingredient: pancetta. Also known as Italian bacon, pancetta is found in the deli section of the supermarket and adds the perfect salty and slightly sweet flavor to the sauce!

    The best thing about making bolognese sauce is you can play around and find the combination you love the most. I love the flavor element ground pork brings to the dish, so my Bolognese always has both beef and pork.

    But, if you don’t eat pork, by all means, use just ground beef. I’ve seen a few recipes that add veal, lamb, and even chicken liver to the mix!

    How to reheat Bolognese Sauce

    To reheat, simply place it in the microwave and reheat on high in 1-minute increments, or heat it on the stove. I recommend reheating Bolognese in a small sauce pan over the stove on medium heat, stirring occasionally, usually 10-15 minutes or until heated through. This preserves some of the delicacies of the sauce.

    Can you freeze meat sauce bolognese?

    After trying my Bolognese meat sauce, you are going to want to keep plenty of it around! Freezing the Bolognese sauce is simple and convenient, giving you the perfect Italian comfort food whenever you want it.

    Simply make the Bolognese according to recipe instructions. Allow to cool completely before transferring to an airtight, sealed container or freezer bag. Label the outside of the container and freeze for up to 5 months.

    To reheat after freezing, allow the sauce to thaw overnight in the fridge. Gently reheat over a saucepan on the stove, generally on medium heat and for 10-15 minutes or until heated through.

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    Best Bolognese Recipe

    Isabel Laessig
    Learn how to make bolognese meat sauce to use with pasta, over rice, lasagna, and more! This is the best Italian meat sauce for a comfort food dinner!
    5 from 2 votes
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    Prep Time 20 mins
    Cook Time 4 hrs 30 mins
    Total Time 4 hrs 50 mins
    Course Sauce
    Cuisine American, Italian
    Servings 8
    Calories 652 kcal

    Equipment

    Ingredients
      

    • ¼ cup unsalted butter ½ stick
    • 1 white onion finely diced
    • 3 carrots peeled and finely diced
    • 3 celery stalks finely diced
    • 3 cloves garlic minced
    • 2 Tablespoons tomato paste
    • 4 ounces pancetta diced; ham or bacon can also be used
    • 1 pound ground beef
    • 1 pound ground pork
    • 1 cup white wine
    • 2 cups milk
    • 1 cup beef stock
    • 28 ounce whole tomatoes peeled San Marzano tomatoes and their liquid. Tomatoes can be crushed by hand or cut up.
    • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley finely chopped
    • 2 bay leaves
    • kosher salt
    • black pepper freshly ground
    • 1 pound pasta of your choice cooked according to package instructions

    Instructions
     

    • Melt butter in a large pot or Dutch Oven over medium-high heat. Add onions, carrots, celery, garlic, tomato paste, and salt. Saute, stirring often, for 5 minutes or so. If the garlic or onion start to brown, lower the heat.
    • Add pancetta and continue to cook, stirring frequently, until the vegetables are fairly soft. Then, mix in the beef and pork about ⅓ at a time, letting most of the liquid evaporate before adding more.
    • Cook, stirring frequently, until all meat is incorporated and no longer pink. All the liquid should be evaporated, and brown bits should begin to stick to the bottom of the pot.
    • At this point, add in white wine to deglaze the pot. Scrape up the brown bits from the bottom of the pan, then lower the heat to prevent them from sticking again. Mix in milk, broth, tomatoes, salt, and pepper, and bring to a boil.
    • Once boiling, reduce heat to as low as possible to maintain a lazy simmer. Add bay leaves and parsley. Simmer on low, half-covered, for 4 hours, occasionally stirring.
    • If preparing pasta to go with the meat sauce, begin cooking pasta 10-12 minutes before your sauce is complete, according to package directions, in order to give yourself enough time for both to be ready at the same time.
    • When ready, remove bay leaves. If the sauce has not thickened to your liking yet, increase the heat slightly and simmer for another 15-30 minutes uncovered.
    • Serve bolognese meat sauce with pasta and plenty of freshly grated cheese! Enjoy!

    Notes

    • Pot for Bolognese Sauce: Use a big enough pot that the various liquids will be able to almost entirely evaporate. In the end, the sauce should be mostly meat with a little bit of very thick tomato sauce holding it together.
    • Dicing the veggies: Do your best to dice the onion, carrots, and celery as evenly as you possibly can. Aim for ¼-inch dice. This is pretty much the only “work” involved in this recipe and the more exact you are, the better it will be!
    • Add the Parmigiano: There’s no Parmigiano Reggiano in the actual sauce but if you don’t grate some on top before digging in you’re senselessly depriving yourself. This is comfort food, after all!

    Nutrition

    Calories: 652kcalCarbohydrates: 53gProtein: 28gFat: 33gSaturated Fat: 14gCholesterol: 139mgSodium: 380mgPotassium: 876mgFiber: 4gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 3725IUVitamin C: 15.5mgCalcium: 166mgIron: 3.9mg
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    Ham Glazes

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    If you've ever cooked a ham before, you know it's all about the glaze! I love changing things up with different Ham Glazes every year, and there are so many delicious kinds to fit every meal. Plus, even the most decadent glaze for ham is ready in minutes! With these ham glaze recipes, you'll never have a dry, bland ham again!

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    Ham Glaze Recipes

    There's nothing better than a holiday ham dripping with sticky, sweet Brown Sugar Glaze. Unless, of course, it's a fall-flavored Maple Bourbon Glaze - or maybe it's spicy and tangy with a delicious Sriracha Ham Glaze?

    That's the secret of ham glazes! Knowing the basics will make all ham glaze recipes easy and quick to whip up for a showstopping supper. Featured here are some of my favorites, gathered together from years of perfecting the best ham glaze.

    And as it turns out- the best glaze is all of them! I know you're going to love each and every glaze here, so ask your family what sounds best and dig in!

    Best Ham Glazes

    whole bourbon glazed ham on a serving board with herbs
    Amazing Bourbon Glaze for Ham
    You are going to love how easy it is to make my easy Maple Bourbon Ham Glaze recipe! This simple glaze for ham comes together in 10 minutes.
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    whole bourbon glazed ham on a serving board with herbs
    slices of instant pot ham with oranges
    Easy Ham Glaze
    No need to go shopping for ingredients with this amazing 3-ingredient Brown Sugar Ham Glaze! This glaze is a classic for a reason! Try it with orange juice in the pan for an extra delicious twist.
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    Slices of ham with glaze
    brushing a ham with pineapple glaze over the slices
    Pineapple Sauce for Ham
    If you have yet to try Pineapple Sauce for Ham or love it, try this one! The sweet-and-savory combination makes an unforgettable holiday ham!
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    brushing pineapple glaze between slices of ham
    finished air fryer ham on a plate, half sliced

    Sriracha Ham Glaze

    Sweet, spicy, sticky and oh-so-delicious, this glaze is made from sriracha and honey to add tons of crave-worthy flavor to your next ham. Using chicken broth at the bottom of the pan for moisture only flavors the ham more, making this a must-try!

    For the recipe, scroll on to the recipe card at the end of this post!

    Ham Glaze Recipe FAQs

    What is Ham Glaze made of?

    Ham glazes always have the same base ingredients: fat and sugar! The fat melts with heat and gives the sugar something to melt into, which then beautifully seeps into the meat and flavors it while leaving a bit of sugar on top to caramelize it into a crunchy, sticky coating.

    Does ham need a glaze?

    While ham can technically be cooked without using a glaze, you'd be shocked at the difference a glaze makes! Glazes coat the surface of the ham to lock in the moisture and infuse the meat with flavor. Without a glaze, ham runs the risk of being dry and bland.

    Do you put ham glaze on before or after cooking?

    Ham glaze should be applied in the last 30 minutes of cooking, as glazes are sugar-based, and heating them too much can cause the sugars to burn. For some recipes (like Instant Pot ham!), the cooking time is so short that the ham can be glazed immediately.

    Ham Glaze Tips

    • To add extra oomph to your favorite ham glaze, try changing up what liquid you pour into the bottom of the pan! My favorites are chicken broth and orange juice!
    • Because they're made from melted butter, glazes thicken quickly. Make them right before you need them so they don't have time to cool down and harden.
    • Different cuts of ham need to be glazed differently, too! For bone-in and boneless ham, make crisscrossing cuts across the top of the ham, then add the glaze- these lines help the glaze soak in. For spiral-cut, glaze the top of the ham and then between every slice.
    • Once you're comfortable with the ratio of butter to sugar, try making your own glazes with your favorite flavors! Mustard, soy sauce and fruits of all sorts make fantastic flavorings, so have fun experimenting!

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    Best Ham Glazes - Honey Sriracha Glaze

    Isabel Laessig
    Add a sweet and spicy kick to your favorite ham with this amazing Honey Sriracha Glaze! Ready in minutes and so, so delicious!
    5 from 2 votes
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    Prep Time 2 mins
    Total Time 2 mins
    Course Sauce
    Cuisine American
    Servings 10
    Calories 77 kcal

    Equipment

    • Mixing bowl

    Ingredients
      

    • ⅓ cup Honey
    • 2 Tablespoons Sriracha
    • ½ stick Butter
    • 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
    • 2 Green onions sliced

    Instructions
     

    • Melt the butter in a small saucepan or in the microwave in 30 second intervals.
      ½ stick Butter
    • Add in the honey, sriracha, garlic powder and sliced green onions, and mix well.
      ⅓ cup Honey, 2 Tablespoons Sriracha, 1 teaspoon Garlic powder, 2 Green onions
    • Set aside until ready to brush on to the ham!

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    Nutrition

    Calories: 77kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 0.2gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.2gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 12mgSodium: 106mgPotassium: 21mgFiber: 0.1gSugar: 9gVitamin A: 169IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 0.1mg
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    Easy Glaze for Ham

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    My Ham Glaze recipe makes the best glaze for ham! You are going to love this easy, delicious brown sugar glaze. It's packed with flavor and simple to make using 3 ingredients in less than 5 minutes.

    instant pot ham with glaze
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    Easy Ham Glaze

    My maple syrup and brown sugar ham glaze is the best glaze for ham I have ever tried, hands down. I make it at least once every year for Easter, Thanksgiving, or Christmas, and it is always a hit with my family and friends.

    I have cooked a lot of ham over the years, and have tried plenty of different ham glaze recipes. Nothing can beat how easy this one is. It uses only 3 ingredients and comes together in as many minutes. All you have to do is add the ingredients to a bowl, and mix!

    So, the secret ingredient to the perfect ham glaze… the green onions! It adds an unexpectedly mild flavor of onions combined with the sweetness of the sugar. It is an amazing combination!

    Instant pot ham with ham glaze and oranges

    Ham Glaze Recipe Ingredients

    • maple syrup
    • brown sugar
    • onions sliced

    How to Make Glaze for Ham

    This is the easiest and most delicious ham glaze you will ever make!

    1. Combine 1 cup maple syrup, 1 cup brown sugar, and 3 sliced green onions to a mixing bowl. Mix well.
    2. Use to glaze your ham and enjoy!

    3 Ingredient Ham Glaze Tips

    • For best results, cook your ham with 1 cup of orange juice at the bottom of the pan.
    • I love reverse searing the ham with half a stick of butter.
    • The tastiest hams are the ones where the flavor of the glaze comes through in every bite. I recommend not only glazing the outside of the ham but also adding the glaze in between every slice if using a spiral ham.
    • I always double this recipe and serve the Brown Sugar Ham Sauce on the side for extra deliciousness. It is that good!

    My other favorite ham glaze is bourbon ham glaze. This recipe is also just as amazing!

    Simple Ham Glaze FAQs

    What is brown sugar glaze made of?

    Brown sugar glaze uses maple syrup, brown sugar, and green onions. Additionally, I cook the ham with orange juice and plenty of butter for amazing flavor.

    Do you glaze a ham covered or uncovered?

    Whether you glaze a ham covered or uncovered depends on the cooking method you are using. If you are cooking ham in the Instant Pot, it requires no cover. If you are cooking it in the air fryer, cover it with foil, then uncover it halfway through the cooking time to add more glaze. If cooking ham in the oven, glaze it uncovered.

    When should glaze be put on ham?

    Glaze oven-baked ham within the last 30 minutes of cooking the ham. Cook for an hour in the oven, then remove and glaze the outside of the ham and between each slice, before cooking for an additional 30 minutes. If cooking in the Instant Pot or Air Fryer, the ham can be glazed immediately.

    Spreading glaze between each slice of ham

    3 Ingredient Ham Glaze Variations

    • Replace maple syrup with honey for a honey ham glaze!
    • Instead of maple syrup and brown sugar, try using honey and sriracha!

    Best Ham Recipes

    Easy Glazes for Ham

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    Easy Ham Glaze

    Isabel Laessig
    My Brown Sugar Ham Glaze recipe makes the best glaze for ham! It's packed with flavor and simple to make using 3 ingredients in less than 5 minutes.
    4.55 from 11 votes
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    Cook Time 5 mins
    Total Time 5 mins
    Course Sauce
    Cuisine American
    Servings 2 cups
    Calories 858 kcal

    Equipment

    • Bowl

    Ingredients
      

    • 1 cup maple syrup
    • 1 cup brown sugar
    • 3 green onions sliced

    Instructions
     

    • Combine 1 cup maple syrup, 1 cup brown sugar, and 3 sliced green onions to a mixing bowl. Mix well.
      Mixing ham glaze ingredients in a bowl
    • Use to glaze your ham and enjoy!
      Spreading glaze between each slice of ham

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    Notes

    • For best results, cook your ham with 1 cup orange juice at the bottom of the pan, and reverse sear it with a half a stick of butter.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 858kcalCarbohydrates: 218gProtein: 1gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 48mgPotassium: 558mgFiber: 1gSugar: 204gVitamin A: 179IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 280mgIron: 1mg
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    London Broil Marinade

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    Turn an inexpensive cut of beef into a masterpiece with this easy London Broil Marinade! My simple marinade recipe makes steak juicy, tender, and so flavorful. Ready in minutes and perfect for making into a sauce to serve with your beef!

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    Marinade for London Broil

    What makes this marinade so special is it's perfect for use with the most inexpensive cuts of beef. This garlic ginger sauce is absolutely amazing and pairs so well with the steak. No need to worry about a tough steak - this marinade tenderizes meat beautifully!

    My easy marinade for grilled London Broil is a perfect example of the kind of touch that makes a dish go from "pretty good" to "amazing". Not only does it add flavor but this London Broil tenderizes the steak. Making it melt in your mouth delicious.

    Try it on my favorite grilled London broil recipe you will be surprised at how delicious it is!

    This is the only marinade I will use for beef now. It is so tasty!

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    Pouring sauce over london broil

    What is London Broil?

    London Broil refers to two things: a few different cuts of beef such as top round and flank steak, and a cooking technique used for tenderizing even the toughest steaks. This involves marinating your beef for several hours up to overnight, to tenderize it, and then grilling it or roasting it in the oven. Finally, the beef is sliced thinly against the grain for the most tender meat.

    London Broil Marinade Recipe Ingredients

    • balsamic vinegar
    • soy sauce
    • Worcestershire sauce
    • olive oil
    • lemon juice freshly squeezed
    • garlic powder
    • brown sugar
    • powdered ginger
    • red pepper flakes
    Mixing london broil marinade with whisk

    How to Marinate London Broil

    1. Whisk together balsamic vinegar, soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic powder, brown sugar, powdered ginger, and red pepper flakes until combined.
    2. After marinating and grilling your steak, you can use the leftover marinade from the bag to create a sauce.
    3. Pour the London Broil marinade from the bag into a skillet over medium heat on the stove.
    4. Mix and let it simmer and thicken until it forms a sauce.
    5. Serve over your steak. It is amazing!
    Making london broil marinade into a sauce in a skillet

    London Broil Sauce

    After marinating and grilling your steak, you can use the leftover marinade from the bag to create a delicious sauce.

    Pour the liquid from the bag into a skillet over medium heat on the stove. Mix and let it simmer and thicken until it forms a sauce. Serve over your beef and enjoy!

    Best London Broil Marinade FAQs

    What cut of beef is London Broil?

    The most common cut of beef used to make London Broil is the Top Round. You can also use this marinade recipe for a few different cuts of beef. The most common choices are top round and flank steak, but other budget-friendly cuts like flap and skirt work as well.

    How to make London Broil tender?

    We recommend marinating for at least 4 hours or up to overnight. The acid in this marinade is the perfect way to tenderize this steak.

    Strips of london broil with marinade

    London Broil Marinade Substitutions

    • Use vegetable oil instead of olive oil
    • Gluten-free? Replace soy sauce with tamari or coconut aminos
    • Try garlic paste or fresh garlic instead of garlic powder
    • Red wine vinegar is a good replacement for balsamic vinegar
    • Instead of brown sugar, try honey or a mix of white sugar and maple syrup
    • No ginger? Use ground allspice, cinnamon, or nutmeg
    • Red pepper flakes are optional but do add a nice kick of flavor

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    London Broil Marinade

    Isabel Laessig
    This is the best London Broil Marinade recipe for tender, juicy steaks with so much flavor! It's easy to whip up in minutes and tastes incredible.
    4.67 from 56 votes
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    Prep Time 5 mins
    Total Time 5 mins
    Course Marinade, Sauce
    Cuisine American
    Servings 1 cup
    Calories 524 kcal

    Equipment

    • Bowl to mix
    • Whisk

    Ingredients
      

    • 2 Tbsp. balsamic vinegar
    • ½ cup soy sauce
    • 2 Tbsp. Worcestershire sauce
    • 2 Tbsp. olive oil
    • 1 Tbsp. lemon juice freshly squeezed
    • 1 tsp. garlic powder
    • 2 Tbsp. brown sugar
    • ½ tsp. powdered ginger
    • ¼ tsp. red pepper flakes

    Instructions
     

    • Whisk together balsamic vinegar, soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic powder, brown sugar, powdered ginger, and red pepper flakes until combined.
      Mixing london broil marinade with whisk
    • After marinating and grilling your steak, you can use the leftover marinade from the bag to create a sauce.
      Pour the London Broil marinade from the bag into a skillet over medium heat on the stove. Mix and let it simmer and thicken until it forms a sauce.
      Making london broil marinade into a sauce in a skillet

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    Notes

    • Makes a little over 1 cup.
    • Make sure to save the marinade and make it into a sauce. You will be glad you did. 

    Nutrition

    Calories: 524kcal
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    Ham Bone Broth

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    Making homemade Ham Bone Broth is so easy and so worth it! It's rich, flavorful, and perfect for making soup from scratch. Ham stock is the best way to use up that leftover ham bone!

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    Ham Broth

    If you're like me, you've probably made this same mistake: you've thrown away the bone after cooking a ham dinner. I'm here to tell you to stop throwing that bone away, you'll thank me later!

    There is no better use for that ham bone than to learn how to make ham bone broth. It's so easy and tastes incredible compared to store-bought stock. Having it on hand is such a treat, from using it as a base for soups to mixing it in to everyday recipes you'd make with other stocks or broths.

    Just like chicken, turkey, or beef bones, your ham bone is loaded with flavor that can easily be simmered down to create the best bone broth ever! What I love most is that it eliminates food waste, as it makes use of every part of the ham.

    Try out my ham broth recipe for your next soup and let me know what you think about the flavor. I bet you'll be amazed!

    ham bone broth in a clear glass mason jar

    Ham Stock Ingredients

    • ham bone
    • carrots
    • onion
    • celery
    • garlic
    • bay leaves
    • water
    ham bone broth ingredients

    How to Make Ham Bone Broth

    1. In a large pot, add ham bones, carrots, celery, bay leaves, garlic, onion, and water.ham bone broth ingredients ready to be simmered in a large pot
    2. Cover with a lid and simmer on low heat for 4 hours.ham bone broth simmering in a large blue pot
    3. Remove the lid and give the broth a good stir. Remove bay leaves. stirring ham bone broth after simmering
    4. Strain ham broth if needed and store in an airtight container. Enjoy broth in soups!pouring ham bone broth into a clear glass jar

    Homemade Bone Broth Tips

    • Store your ham bone in the freezer until you're ready to make ham broth!
    • Once your stock has finished cooking, remove the bone and set aside to cool. Pick any leftover ham pieces off the bone and enjoy!
    • If you don't have a ham bone, you can easily make ham broth with leftover ham pieces and following the same instructions.

    Ham Broth FAQs

    What seasonings are best for broth?

    When making homemade bone broth such as ham stock from a bone, you can use fresh vegetables and herbs to add flavor to the stock, such as the classic mix of onions, celery, garlic, and carrots, as well as bay leaves. Other herbs to consider are rosemary, thyme, and lemongrass.

    Can you buy ham bones to use for broth?

    If you haven't cooked a full ham and want to make homemade stock, you may find ham bones in the meat section at your local grocery store for sale.

    ham bone broth in a mason jar with the lid open and vegetables in the background

    What to Make with Ham Bone Broth

    Homemade ham bone broth is perfect used as a base for soups or stews, like split pea soup or ham bone soup. I love using ham broth in placement of vegetable broth, or water for pasta or rice when cooking most recipes!

    Storing Ham Bone Broth

    • Refrigerator: Store ham broth in an airtight container placed in the fridge for up to one week.
    • Freezing: Freezer ham broth for up to 3 months. I recommend storing it in smaller portions such as freezing it in an ice cube tray first, so you can thaw accordingly!

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    Isabel Laessig
    Making homemade Ham Bone Broth is so easy and so worth it! It's the best way to use up that leftover ham bone for soups, rice, and more!
    5 from 2 votes
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    Prep Time 10 mins
    Cook Time 4 hrs
    Total Time 4 hrs 10 mins
    Course Soup
    Cuisine American
    Servings 10 cups
    Calories 8 kcal

    Equipment

    • 1 Large pot (holds 12 cups of water)

    Ingredients
      

    • ham bone
    • 2 celery stalks roughly chopped
    • 2 medium carrots roughly chopped
    • ½ medium onion
    • 2 cloves garlic
    • 2 bay leaves
    • 12 cups water

    Instructions
     

    • In a large pot add ham bones, carrots, celery, bay leaves, garlic, half an onion, and 12 cups of water.
      ham bone, 2 celery stalks, 2 medium carrots, ½ medium onion, 2 cloves garlic, 2 bay leaves, 12 cups water
      ham bone broth ingredients ready to be simmered in a large pot
    • Cover with a lid and simmer on low heat for 4 hours.
      ham bone broth simmering in a large blue pot
    • Remove the lid and give the broth a good stir. Remove bay leaves.
      stirring ham bone broth after simmering
    • Strain ham broth if needed and store in an airtight container. Enjoy broth in soups!
      pouring ham bone broth into a clear glass jar

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    Notes

    • Store your ham bone in the freezer until you're ready to make ham broth!
    • Once your stock has finished cooking, remove the bone and set aside to cool. Pick any leftover ham pieces off the bone and enjoy!
    • If you don't have a ham bone, you can easily make ham broth with leftover ham pieces and follow the same instructions.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1servingCalories: 8kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 0.2gFat: 0.04gSaturated Fat: 0.01gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.02gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.002gSodium: 24mgPotassium: 52mgFiber: 0.5gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 2043IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 0.1mg
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    Remoulade Sauce

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    My Remoulade Sauce recipe uses Creole seasoning for a creamy, tangy, simple sauce you can whip up in just 5 minutes with no special tools required. Remoulade sauce is perfect for serving with beef, chicken, fish, and more, and the ingredients to make it are easy to find.

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    Remoulade Sauce Recipe

    Remoulade sauce is the best sauce for fish, hands down, but did you know it's also an amazing choice for serving with beef, chicken, pork, and vegetables? This tangy sauce has the perfect combination of Louisiana flavors to fit every protein!

    My remoulade sauce recipe is truly what inspired the idea behind Easy Sauce Recipes. This incredible sauce has been a hit since I first shared it, and has even saved meals for me in the past.

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    Remoulade Ingredients

    • mayonnaise
    • Creole mustard or spicy brown mustard
    • ketchup
    • Louisiana hot sauce
    • lemon juice
    • Creole seasoning
    • garlic minced
    • freshly cracked black pepper
    • dill relish
    mixing remoulade sauce in a bowl

    Recipe for Remoulade Sauce

    1. Add all ingredients to a bowl.
    2. Stir until thoroughly combined.
    3. Serve with your favorite recipes using remoulade sauce, or as a dip! Enjoy!

    How to Make Creole Remoulade Spicy

    Kick up the spice level of my easy remoulade sauce recipe by adding extra Louisiana hot sauce. Give it 2 to 3 Tablespoons of hot sauce and you will have an amazing spicy remoulade.

    What is Remoulade?

    Remoulade (pronunciation: rey-moo-lahd) sauce is a French condiment common to Creole and Cajun recipes from Louisiana. It is a mildly spicy and creamy sauce recipe that pairs well with an endless variety of meals, especially seafood.

    Give my remoulade sauce recipe a try and I know you will want to serve it with everything you can think of, from beef to pork and all your favorite dishes in-between. Definitely use it as crab cake remoulade sauce - that's the best way to serve it!

    Creole Remoulade for Prime Rib

    One year, I accidentally overcooked my roast beef... a prime rib! This Lousiana remoulade saved the day. I whipped it up in no time and served it with the main course, and no one even noticed it was a little overcooked. It was game-changing for me.

    What really makes my remoulade sauce the best is its use of dill relish. Dill relish adds the perfect texture by giving the sauce a little bit of crunch, and the flavor from the pickle complements the other remoulade ingredients beautifully.

    Remoulade sauce on two hot roast beef sandwiches

    Remoulade Recipe FAQs

    Where does remoulade sauce come from?

    Although remoulade sauce is traditionally a French dish originating from France, it is most well-known in the US for its popularity in Cajun and Creole recipes from Louisiana.

    What is Louisiana remoulade sauce made of?

    Common remoulade ingredients include mayonnaise, spicy mustard, a mix of Cajun or Creole seasonings, and other additions such as hot sauce and lemon juice. My easy remoulade sauce recipe uses mayonnaise, Creole mustard, lemon juice, Louisiana hot sauce, garlic, black pepper, dill relish, ketchup, and Creole seasoning.

    remoulade sauce in a bowl with a spoon

    Creole Seasoning vs. Cajun Seasoning

    The difference between Creole and Cajun seasoning comes from the level of spices used.

    While Cajun and Creole are often used interchangeably to describe seasonings, Cajun seasoning is typically more simple, using garlic powder, black pepper, Cayenne pepper, and onion powder. Creole adds more herbs, such as oregano, thyme, and paprika.

    Whether you use Creole seasoning or Cajun seasoning in my Louisiana remoulade sauce is totally up to your preference. You can use whichever you prefer for making either a Cajun Remoulade Sauce or a Creole Remoulade Sauce.

    How to Store Remoulade Sauce

    Store remoulade sauce in an airtight container such as a jar in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. Give it a stir before using it again.

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    Remoulade Sauce Recipe

    Isabel Laessig
    Learn how to make an easy remoulade sauce recipe to use on beef, pork, chicken, seafood, fish, and more! Tangy and fresh with Creole seasoning!
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    Prep Time 5 mins
    Total Time 5 mins
    Course Condiment, Sauce
    Cuisine American, Cajun, Creole
    Servings 20 tablespoons (about 1¼ cups)
    Calories 84 kcal

    Equipment

    • Bowl for mixing
    • Spoon for stirring

    Ingredients
      

    • 1 cup mayonnaise
    • 3 Tablespoons Creole mustard or spicy brown mustard
    • 3 Tablespoons ketchup
    • 1 Tablespoon Louisiana hot sauce
    • 1 Tablespoon lemon juice
    • 3 teaspoons Creole seasoing
    • ½ teaspoon garlic minced
    • ½ teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
    • ¼ cup dill relish

    Instructions
     

    • Add all ingredients to a bowl.
      1 cup mayonnaise, 3 Tablespoons Creole mustard, 3 Tablespoons ketchup, 1 Tablespoon Louisiana hot sauce, 1 Tablespoon lemon juice, 3 teaspoons Creole seasoing, ½ teaspoon garlic, ½ teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
      ingredients for remoulade sauce in bowls
    • Stir until thoroughly combined.
      remoulade sauce in a bowl mixed
    • Serve with your favorite recipes using remoulade sauce, or as a dip! Enjoy!
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    Notes

    • For more spice, use 2-3 Tablespoons of hot sauce.
    • Cajun seasoning may also be used.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1TablespoonCalories: 84kcalCarbohydrates: 1gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 4mgSodium: 170mgPotassium: 21mgVitamin A: 150IUVitamin C: 1.1mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 0.1mg
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    Herb Garlic Butter

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    My Easy Herb Garlic Butter recipe is a guaranteed way to make any dish taste amazing. This easy sauce recipe uses one bowl and 3 simple ingredients, but is good on everything. Garlic herb butter is keto-friendly, gluten-free, and your new secret to making every meal special!

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    Garlic Butter Sauce

    I am obsessed with my garlic butter sauce recipe. After trying it just once, I sought out other recipes to use it for, just for an excuse to eat more garlic herb butter. It really is that good.

    My family loves it, too. They know I'm going to be making my garlic butter sauce for steak if I'm cooking steak for dinner, and I love to make it for burgers, vegetables, bread, and even Thanksgiving turkey, too!

    When I say it goes with everything, I mean it goes with everything (except dessert, of course). I have yet to try this buttery garlic sauce with something that it hasn't improved the flavor of dramatically. You just can't go wrong with it!

    garlic butter mixed in a bowl

    Garlic Herb Butter Ingredients

    • butter at room temperature
    • garlic finely chopped or pressed
    • fresh parsley finely chopped or dried parsley

    How to Make Garlic Butter Sauce

    1. In a medium-sized bowl, add softened butter, chopped garlic, and chopped parsley. Mix until well combined.
    2. To melt into a sauce, add the butter to a saucepan over low heat for 3 minutes or until melted.
    garlic butter steak bites in a skillet

    How to Store Garlic Herb Butter

    • In the refrigerator: Store rolled in plastic wrap as a log, or in an air-tight container or baggie, for up to 2 weeks.
    • In the freezer: Store rolled in plastic wrap as a log, or in an air-tight container or baggie, for up to 2. Label with the freezing date. When ready to use, pull it straight from the freezer and add it to your meal without thawing.

    Garlic Butter Sauce FAQs

    Is garlic butter keto?

    Garlic butter is low-carb. Use it to improve the flavor of any keto recipe.

    Is garlic butter gluten-free?

    Garlic butter is gluten-free and can safely be used in gluten-free recipes.

    Can I use dried herbs instead of fresh herbs?

    Use 1 teaspoon of dried herbs for every 1 tablespoon of fresh herbs. For example, instead of 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, use 2 teaspoons dried parsley.

    How long does garlic butter last?

    Garlic butter lasts up to 2 weeks in the refrigerator and 2 months in the freezer.

    What to Make with Garlic Butter

    • Garlic Bread: This is the best garlic spread for bread. Don't melt the butter; spread it onto your favorite bread, then add the bread to the oven at 425°F for 5 minutes for lightly toasted, garlic butter bread.
      spreading garlic butter on bread
    • Garlic Butter Pasta: Add to angel hair, ziti, or linguine, for a gourmet garlic butter pasta! While the pasta is cooking, add ½ cup garlic butter to a pan over medium heat. Drain the pasta, leaving ¼ cup pasta water, and add to the pan with the garlic butter sauce.
    • Garlic Butter Pizza Dip: Use as a garlic sauce dip for pizza! It's an amazing pairing!
    • Herb Garlic Butter Seafood Dip: This is the best garlic butter sauce for crab, shrimp, and more.
    • Garlic Butter Burgers: Use as a spread on your favorite burger recipes.
    • Mashed potatoes: You need to try garlic butter mashed potatoes - they are life-changing.
    • Garlic Herb Butter Vegetables: Add to sauteed or roasted vegetables for so much flavor. We love using garlic herb butter on mushrooms, cauliflower, broccoli, and more.
      garlic butter mushrooms in a skillet

    Garlic and Herb Butter Variations

    • If using unsalted butter, add ½ teaspoon salt.
    • Try using other herbs, like thyme or rosemary, instead of parsley. You can even use a mix.
    • Garlic smasher: I love using a garlic smasher to easily mince garlic to use in this recipe. It comes with a roller peeler that removes the garlic skin so easily.
    • Herb scissors: If you're using fresh herbs, herb scissors are awesome for cutting herbs into an even size easily.
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    Isabel Laessig
    Herb Garlic Butter Sauce is a guaranteed way to make any dish taste amazing. It uses one bowl and 3 simple ingredients, and is keto-friendly and gluten-free!
    4.86 from 7 votes
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    Prep Time 10 mins
    Cook Time 3 mins
    Total Time 13 mins
    Course Condiment
    Cuisine American
    Servings 16
    Calories 102 kcal

    Equipment

    • Bowl
    • Fork

    Ingredients
      

    • 2 sticks salted butter at room temperature
    • 4 cloves garlic finely chopped or pressed
    • 4 Tablespoons fresh parsley finely chopped; or 2 teaspoons dried parsley

    Instructions
     

    • In a medium-size bowl, add softened butter, chopped garlic, and chopped parsley. Mix until well-combined.
      2 sticks salted butter, 4 Tablespoons fresh parsley, 4 cloves garlic
      garlic butter in a glass bowl with a spoon
    • To melt into a sauce, add the butter to a saucepan over low heat for 3 minutes or until melted.
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    Notes

    • If using unsalted butter, add ½ teaspoon salt.
    • Try using other herbs, like thyme or rosemary, instead of parsley. You can even use a mix.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 102kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 1gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 101mgPotassium: 8mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 392IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 5mgIron: 1mg
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    Red Wine Jus

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    My Red Wine Jus recipe is a must-have staple for your kitchen! It's flavorful, rich, and a perfect pairing for a pan-seared or grilled steak. My red wine reduction sauce uses drippings from steak as the base, complemented with fresh ingredients and herbs for an intensely satisfying sauce.

    And, it only takes under 10 minutes to make!

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    Red Wine Jus Recipe

    This red wine reduction sauce is the result of wanting a beautiful sauce to pair with a tender, juicy steak! All those delicious brown bits are scraped up from the bottom of the pan, and the drippings are just what you need to make the base of a beautiful reduction sauce.

    Making the perfect reduction is just as it sounds: the ingredients reduce as all the flavors intensify. The result is a perfectly silky and concentrated sauce, excellent for serving with steak and beef dishes, but also with lamb, pork, and even roasted vegetables (especially a grilled Portobello mushroom!).

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    Red Wine Sauce Ingredients

    • drippings from steak or butter if you have no drippings
    • minced garlic or garlic paste
    • minced shallots or red onions
    • red wine of your choice or equal amounts beef stock if not using wine
    • balsamic vinegar
    • fresh thyme plus more for garnish
    • beef stock
    • roughly chopped parsley leaves
    •  butter

    How to Make Red Wine Jus

    1. Add steak drippings from a freshly cooked steak to a pan over medium heat. If you do not have steak drippings, melt butter in a cast-iron skillet. Then add garlic and shallots and saute, stirring 1 minute until softened.
      garlic and shallots cooking in a pan
    2. Add red wine, beef stock, balsamic vinegar, and fresh thyme sprigs. Bring liquid to a rapid simmer over medium-high heat.
      red wine added to sauce in pan
    3. Allow the wine mixture to reduce until thickened, approximately 3 to 5 minutes.
      thickened red wine sauce in pan
    4. Remove the thyme from the sauce and turn the heat to low. Whisk in butter.
      adding butter to wine sauce
    5. Add parsley and season with salt and pepper if desired. Serve, and enjoy!
      complete red wine sauce

    Red Wine Sauces Recipe Tips

    • Drinking wine rather than cooking wine works best for red wine reduction sauce. Trust me, you will taste the difference in flavor!
    • If you are making this recipe and you do not have steak drippings, you can substitute 1 Tablespoon butter to melt in the pan before adding the garlic and shallots.
    • When making a pan sauce, always monitor your heat. If the sauce breaks, it is likely because the smoking point of the fat was too high when the wine was added.
    • If you notice the sauce starting to break, immediately remove from heat and begin to whisk vigorously.
    red wine sauce in a bowl next to sliced steak and potatoes on a plate

    Choosing a Red Wine for Sauce for Steak

    Depending on the type of wine you select, different notes are added to the sauce. I prefer to use full-bodied reds like Cabernet Sauvignon or Merlot. These wines have rich and fruity notes of cherry, plum, and currants which work nicely with steak.

    Some dry red wines also add spicy notes, like pepper, cinnamon, clove, nutmeg, anise, ginger, or cardamom. These wines typically come from Syrah, Grenache, Petite Syrah, Malbec, or Zinfandel grapes.

    For the lightest version of this sauce, you can use a Pinot Noir, Chianti, or French Cotes du Rhone. These wines are typically lighter and have earthy notes, like oak or smoke because the skins of the grape are thinner.

    Whatever flavors sound best to you are what you should use for your red wine reduction sauce!

    Red Wine Jus FAQs

    Is there alcohol in red wine reduction sauce?

    Simmering wine will remove some of the alcohol content, but not all. Generally, after 15 minutes of cooking time, only 40% of the alcohol is retained. If you need to omit the red wine, you could simply add ½ cup more beef stock and allow it to reduce. Alternatively, if you can find non-alcoholic red wine, you can use it for this recipe.

    What does adding red wine do for a sauce?

    Red wine gives the sauce added richness and robust flavor. It is best to add red wine to a sauce after the vegetables have softened (in this case, garlic and shallots).

    What does it mean to reduce a wine sauce?

    Reduction is the process of thickening and intensifying the flavor of a liquid mixture by simmering or boiling. It is best to reduce a sauce by not using a lid, as this will allow the vapors to escape the pan. The longer the red wine is left on the heat, the more it will reduce.

    Is red wine reduction gluten-free?

    This sauce is thickened by reducing it, not by adding a thickening agent. Wine does not contain gluten, so as long as you are using a gluten-free beef stock, this is a gluten-free sauce recipe.

    How long does red wine reduction last?

    This red wine pan sauce can be stored in an airtight container and left in the fridge for up to 4 days or 6 months in the freezer. To reheat, it is best to use low heat over the stove and slowly bring it back to temperature.

    Can I freeze red wine reduction sauce?

    Red wine reduction sauce can be stored in a freezer bag or airtight container to add to the freezer. Here's a useful tip: pour red wine reduction sauce into plastic ice cube trays, then freeze. Transfer frozen cubes into freezer bags. Red wine sauce can be frozen for up to 12 months.

    What to Serve with Red Wine Sauce

    If I am individually plating a meal, I think a little pool of red wine sauce on a plate with a juicy steak on top is as Instagram-worthy as it gets! This sauce also looks great in a gravy boat, so each person can add as much sauce as they like. Try pairing my red wine reduction sauce with some of these fabulous recipes!

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    Best Red Wine Jus

    Isabel Laessig
    Learn how to make red wine sauce by following my Best Red Wine Sauce recipe! This red wine reduction is easy and flavorful.
    4.81 from 21 votes
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    Prep Time 5 mins
    Cook Time 10 mins
    Course Sauce
    Cuisine American
    Servings 2 cups
    Calories 357 kcal

    Equipment

    • Sauce pan

    Ingredients
      

    • 2 Tablespoons drippings from steak or 1 Tablespoon butter if you have no drippings
    • 1 Tablespoon minced garlic or garlic paste
    • ¼ cup minced shallots or red onions
    • 1 cup red wine of your choice or equal amounts beef stock if not using wine
    • 1 Tablespoon balsamic vinegar
    • 2 sprigs fresh thyme plus more for garnish
    • 1 cup beef stock
    • 4 tablespoons roughly chopped parsley leaves
    • 3 Tablespoons butter

    Instructions
     

    • Add steak drippings from a freshly cooked steak to a pan over medium heat. If you do not have steak drippings, melt butter in a cast iron skillet. Then add garlic and shallots and saute, stirring 1 minute until softened.
      2 Tablespoons drippings from steak, ¼ cup minced shallots, 1 Tablespoon minced garlic
      garlic and shallots cooking in a pan
    • Add red wine, beef stock, balsamic vinegar, and fresh thyme sprigs. Bring liquid to a rapid simmer over medium-high heat.
      1 Tablespoon balsamic vinegar, 2 sprigs fresh thyme, 1 cup beef stock, 1 cup red wine of your choice
      red wine added to sauce in pan
    • Allow the wine mixture to reduce until thickened, approximately 3 to 5 minutes.
      thickened red wine sauce in pan
    • Remove the thyme from the sauce and turn the heat to low. Whisk in butter.
      3 Tablespoons butter
      adding butter to wine sauce
    • Add parsley and season with salt and pepper if desired. Serve, and enjoy!
      4 tablespoons roughly chopped parsley leaves
      complete red wine sauce

    Notes

    • A drinking wine rather than a cooking wine works best for red wine reduction sauce. Trust me, you will taste the difference in flavor!
    • If you are making this recipe and you do not have steak drippings, you can substitute 1 Tablespoon butter to melt in the pan before adding the garlic and shallots.
    • When making a pan sauce, always monitor your heat. If the sauce breaks, it is likely because the smoking point of the fat was too high when the wine was added.
    • If you notice the sauce starting to break, immediately remove from heat and begin to whisk vigorously.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1cupCalories: 357kcalCarbohydrates: 13gProtein: 4gFat: 23gSaturated Fat: 14gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 453mgPotassium: 555mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 1425IUVitamin C: 16mgCalcium: 61mgIron: 2mg
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    Pineapple Sauce for Ham

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    If you have yet to try Pineapple Sauce for Ham, or if it's one of your favorites, you need to try my pineapple ham glaze recipe! This easy glaze is ready in minutes and adds such a sweet flavor to savory ham. It's so tasty, you'll be tempted to eat it with a spoon.

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    Ham Glaze with Pineapple

    My family and I are big fans of ham every year for the holidays. I make one for Christmas and Easter every year, and honestly, I'm often tempted to make it for Thanksgiving, too. Sometimes I do!

    This ham glaze with pineapple might just make you want to cook up a ham dinner outside of the holidays, too. It's just that tasty. I love experimenting with different glaze recipes, but there's something about this classic pineapple glaze that will make you want to come back to it again and again.

    Pineapple and ham are a perfect match: sweet pineapple pairs so well with savory ham, it's just irresistible. And with how that sweet pineapple flavor clings to the leftover ham, you'll want to make so many leftover recipes with it, from pineapple ham pizza to a ham fried rice!

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    Pineapple Glaze Recipe for Ham Ingredients

    • Fresh pineapple, finely chopped
    • Pineapple juice
    • Cinnamon powder
    • Cloves
    • Light brown sugar, packed
    • Butter
    ingredients for pineapple glaze with labels

    How to Make Pineapple Ham Glaze

    1. Place a small pot over medium heat and add chopped pineapple and pineapple juice. Mix together.
      cooking pineapple in a pan
    2. Add brown sugar, cinnamon, and cloves. Stir to combine and continue to cook until the mixture begins to lightly boil.
      adding cinnamon cloves and brown sugar to a pan with pineapple
    3. Turn the heat down and cook another 10 minutes until thickened.
      bubbling pineapple glaze in a pan
    4. Finish the glaze by adding butter. Mix until fully melted.
      adding butter to thickened pineapple sauce for ham in a pan
    5. Use immediately to glaze ham, or store for later! Enjoy!
      pineapple sauce for ham in a pan

    Pineapple Glaze for Ham Recipe Tips

    • Although fresh pineapple should never be placed directly on ham, pineapple ham glaze can be made with fresh pineapple because cooking it down makes it less acidic. I recommend using fresh pineapple in this glaze for the flavor!
    • Pair this glaze with some fresh maraschino cherries on the ham for additional sweetness and an amazing flavor combination.
    • If you save the glaze for later and find it's thickened too much, heat it up a little on the stove or in the microwave to loosen it up.

    Storing Pineapple Ham Glaze

    • Store pineapple glaze for ham for up to 3-5 days in the refrigerator in an airtight container.
    • You can also freeze the glaze by adding it to a freezer-safe container with at least a half-inch of space at the top to account for liquid expansion. Allow it to cool first, then place in the freezer, labeled with the date, for up to 3 months. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight before using.
    brushing a ham with pineapple glaze over the slices

    Pineapple Ham Sauce FAQs

    What happens when you put fresh pineapple on ham?

    Typically, you would not want to put fresh pineapple on ham as the acidity of pineapple breaks down the fibers of the meat and will make ham mushy. However, this is not an issue in cooked glazes, so you can use fresh pineapple to make pineapple sauce for ham so long as you cook it down as instructed.

    Do you glaze a ham before or after baking?

    Although some recipes suggest you do not glaze the ham until the final 30 minutes of cooking it out of concern for the sugars burning, you can glaze the ham before baking so long as you wrap it in foil before adding it to the oven. Glaze the entire ham, including between the slices, for best flavor. When using pineapple sauce for ham, for additional flavor, use a roasting pan with a rack and place pineapple slices and pineapple juice underneath the rack while baking the ham.

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    Pineapple Sauce for Ham

    Isabel Laessig
    If you have yet to try Pineapple Sauce for Ham or love it, try this one! The sweet-and-savory combination makes an unforgettable holiday ham!
    5 from 2 votes
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    Cook Time 15 mins
    Total Time 15 mins
    Course Sauce
    Cuisine American
    Servings 1 cup or so
    Calories 731 kcal

    Equipment

    Ingredients
      

    • 1 cup Pineapple fresh, finely chopped
    • 1 cup Pineapple juice
    • ½ teaspoon Cinnamon
    • 4-5 Cloves
    • ½ cup Brown sugar packed
    • 1 Tablespoon Butter

    Instructions
     

    • Place a small pot over medium heat and add chopped pineapple and pineapple juice. Mix together.
      1 cup Pineapple, 1 cup Pineapple juice
      cooking pineapple in a pan
    • Add brown sugar, cinnamon, and cloves. Stir to combine and continue to cook until the mixture begins to lightly boil.
      ½ teaspoon Cinnamon, ½ cup Brown sugar packed, 4-5 Cloves
      adding cinnamon cloves and brown sugar to a pan with pineapple
    • Turn the heat down and cook another 10 minutes until thickened.
      bubbling pineapple glaze in a pan
    • Finish the glaze by adding butter. Mix until fully melted.
      1 Tablespoon Butter
      adding butter to thickened pineapple sauce for ham in a pan
    • Use immediately to glaze ham, or store for later! Enjoy!
      ham coated with pineapple glaze

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    Notes

    • Although fresh pineapple should never be placed directly on ham, pineapple ham glaze can be made with fresh pineapple because cooking it down makes it less acidic. I recommend using fresh pineapple in this glaze for the flavor!
    • Pair this glaze with some fresh maraschino cherries on the ham for additional sweetness and an amazing flavor combination.
    • If you save the glaze for later and find it's thickened too much, heat it up a little on the stove or in the microwave to loosen it up.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1gCalories: 731kcalCarbohydrates: 161gProtein: 2gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0.5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 130mgPotassium: 649mgFiber: 4gSugar: 147gVitamin A: 462IUVitamin C: 103mgCalcium: 162mgIron: 2mg
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    Garlic Parmesan Sauce

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    Rich, creamy, and oh-so-simple, my Creamy Garlic Parmesan Sauce is a perfect addition to chicken, pasta, steak, and more. With just five simple pantry ingredients, this easy cheese sauce recipe comes together in minutes with enough flavor to completely transform any dish into a restaurant-quality meal.

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    Parmesan Garlic Sauce

    When I need to put together a quick, easy dinner for my family, this garlic Parmesan white sauce is one of the tricks up my sleeve. It's easy to cook up in a pinch using simple pantry ingredients, and elevates every dish!

    Pasta, chicken, steak, pork... you name it. We never get tired of using this sauce to make a dinner extra special. My favorite to serve it with is over chicken, but it's so delicious you can even use it as a dip.

    If you accidentally dry out chicken or cook a steak just a little too long, this easy parmesan cream sauce for steak will be your hero. It stands on its own and is so flavorful.

    Parmesan Sauce Ingredients

    • butter
    • flour
    • milk
    • grated Parmesan
    • minced garlic or garlic paste
    Mixing flour and butter to make a roux

    How to make Garlic Parmesan Sauce

    1. Heat a small pan over medium-low heat. Add butter and allow to melt. Saute minced garlic with the butter.
    2. Once melted, mix in flour and stir it into a paste to create a roux.
    3. Slowly add milk. Add it gradually and stir continuously to prevent lumps from forming. Stir each time you add milk and allow it to thicken before adding more.
    4. Once the sauce simmers, remove it from heat and stir in grated Parmesan.
    5. Serve over chicken, steak, and more! Enjoy!
    Adding parmesan to bechamel sauce in a pan

    Creamy Parmesan Sauce Variations

    • Leave out the garlic for a simple creamy Parmesan sauce.
    • Mix in red pepper flakes to spice it up.
    • Add ½ cup of tomato sauce to make an amazing pink sauce.

    Parmesan Sauce FAQs

    What is garlic parmesan sauce?

    This creamy sauce consists of just a few simple ingredients: flour, butter, milk, minced garlic, and grated Parmesan. It's a rich, creamy cheese sauce recipe perfect for pairing with a variety of dishes. This Parmesan butter sauce uses a roux as a base and is essentially a béchamel with cheese and garlic added. It's a popular sauce recipe - the best-known version of it is the Buffalo Wild Wings Parmesan garlic sauce!

    What can I use garlic parmesan sauce on?

    Pizza, chicken, pork, beef, pasta, and almost anything you can think of! This is a magical sauce that transforms recipes into restaurant-quality meals.

    Adding milk to a roux to make a bechamel

    Parmesan Cheese Sauce for Steak

    If you want to elevate your steak recipes, this sauce is perfect! It will take an ordinary steak to an over-the-top experience!

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    Parmesan Cream Sauce for Pasta

    I absolutely love making this sauce when I need a quick and easy pasta recipe. It is a great side dish and can quickly be made into a main dish with very little effort. Throw some veggies into the pasta and you have a restaurant-quality meal in minutes.

    Creamy Garlic Parmesan Sauce for Chicken

    I love taking a simply grilled chicken breast and topping it with this delicious sauce. It is an immediately elevated and restaurant-quality meal.

    My other favorite use for this creamy sauce is to use it as a sauce for chicken cordon bleu. It is truly a favorite at our house. You will love all my favorite Chicken Sauces!

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    Garlic Parmesan Sauce

    Isabel Laessig
    Rich, creamy, and oh-so-simple, our Creamy Garlic Parmesan Sauce is a perfect addition to chicken, pasta, steak, and more.
    4.83 from 23 votes
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    Cook Time 30 mins
    Total Time 30 mins
    Course Sauce
    Cuisine American
    Servings 2 cups
    Calories 467 kcal

    Equipment

    Ingredients
      

    • 4 Tbsp. butter
    • ¼ cup flour
    • 1½ cups 2% milk
    • ½ cup grated Parmesan
    • 1 tsp. minced garlic or garlic paste

    Instructions
     

    • Heat a small pan over medium-low heat. Add 4 Tbsp. butter and allow to melt. Saute 1 tsp. minced garlic with the butter.
      Once melted, mix in ¼ cup flour and stir it into a paste to create a roux.
      Mixing flour and butter to make a roux
    • Slowly add 1½ cups milk. Add it gradually and stir continuously to prevent lumps from forming. Stir each time you add milk and allow it to thicken before adding more.
      Adding milk to a roux to make a bechamel
    • Once the sauce simmers, remove it from heat and stir in ½ cup grated Parmesan. Serve over chicken, steak, and more! Enjoy!
      Adding parmesan to bechamel sauce in a pan

    Nutrition

    Calories: 467kcal
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    Lemon Butter Sauce

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    My Lemon Butter Sauce recipe is an easy way to make any meal gourmet. It's ready in just 10 minutes using 5 simple ingredients plus salt and pepper. Try creamy lemon butter sauce on everything from chicken to seafood! It's even keto-friendly.

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    Lemon Garlic Butter Sauce

    My creamy garlic lemon butter sauce is the sauce dreams are made of. It's the type of buttery garlic sauce you can add to anything to make it restaurant-quality. Garlicky and lemony with a splash of heavy cream, this is a truly rich sauce recipe my family loves on everything from chicken to seafood.

    If you know me, you know how obsessed I am with my Garlic Butter Sauce (and trust me, if you try it, you will be too!). It seemed natural to add lemon and cream to the equation to bring it to a whole new level of deliciousness.

    Give this sauce recipe a try with chicken tenders, steak, salmon, or even roasted vegetables, and let me know what you think in the comments. I guarantee you and your family will love it! If you've ever had Carrabba's lemon butter sauce, you will enjoy mine just as much.

    This sauce was amazing! We served with smoked salmon - it was divine! Excellent recipe.

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    Garlic Lemon Butter Sauce Ingredients

    • Lemon
    • Butter 
    • Garlic, minced
    • White wine or chicken broth
    • Heavy cream or half & half
    • Salt and pepper 
    ingredients for lemon butter sauce on table

    How to Make Lemon Butter Sauce

    1. In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter and add minced garlic.
      garlic and butter in pan
    2. Cook garlic down for 2-3 minutes, then squeeze in lemon juice.
      squeezing lemon into garlic and butter in pan
    3. Continue cooking for 2-3 minutes, before adding white wine. Stir.
      adding white wine to lemon butter sauce in pan
    4. Simmer down for 2-3 minutes, then add in remaining butter and season with salt and pepper.
      melting butter into pan for lemon garlic butter sauce
    5. Slowly stir in the heavy cream, and mix well. Serve, and enjoy!
      adding heavy cream to lemon garlic butter sauce

    Meal prepped my lunches with this recipe and it’s absolutely fabulous! Definitely will be making it again!!

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    Lemon Garlic Sauce Tips

    • Cooking chicken with lemon garlic butter sauce? Try marinating your chicken first in my Chicken Breast Marinade!
    • Always slowly add the cream when making creamy lemon butter sauce, or any sauce using dairy. If you add it too quickly it may heat too fast and curdle.
    • If you want to add herbs, you can use dried herbs instead of fresh. Use 1 teaspoon of dried herbs for every 1 tablespoon of fresh herbs.
    • Light cream can be used instead of heavy cream if you need the sauce to be a little lighter, but please note the consistency won't be the same.

    Lemon Butter Garlic Sauce Variations

    • Add fresh or dried herbs such as parsley, rosemary, or thyme.
    • Capers add an additional tang that pairs well with this sauce.
    • Our mushroom and onions would be deliciously cooked in garlic lemon butter sauce.

    Butter Lemon Sauce FAQs

    What is garlic lemon butter sauce made of?

    Lemon butter sauce is made of minced garlic or garlic paste, fresh lemon juice, white wine, butter, salt and pepper, and heavy cream. This easy white wine cream sauce is richly flavorful and pairs well with every protein.

    Is lemon butter sauce keto-friendly?

    Lemon butter sauce is keto-friendly and therefore a great choice for a low carb meal plan.

    Is lemon butter sauce gluten-free?

    Garlic lemon butter sauce is gluten-free.

    Creamy Lemon Sauce for Chicken

    This sauce is always my secret to amazing chicken. You can cook up a roasted chicken and serve it with this delicious sauce and it will elevate your meal to a whole new leave.

    This sauce is also amazing over grilled chicken breast. No more boring chicken in your house when you have this sauce around!

    completed lemon butter garlic sauce

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    What to Serve with Lemon Garlic Sauce

    • Serve as a lemon butter sauce for pasta.
    • This is a perfect lemon butter sauce for steak. I love it a juicy London Broil with my London Broil Marinade.
    • Lemon butter sauce for salmon is incomparable. Try this Sous Vide Salmon.
    • I love garlic lemon butter sauce for crab legs.
    • In fact, there is nothing like creamy lemon butter sauce for seafood - try it with shrimp, too!
    • Lemon garlic sauce for chicken is a must. Try this Lemon Butter Sauce Chicken.

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    Lemon Butter Sauce

    Isabel Laessig
    My Garlic Lemon Butter Sauce recipe is an easy way to make any meal gourmet. It's ready in just 10 minutes using 5 simple ingredients plus salt and pepper.