Sauces, Dressings, and Condiments

Homemade Beefsteak Ketchup

Makes 4 servings This jewel of a recipe from the CIA’s own Waldy Malouf is slightly sweet, spicy, intensely flavorful sauce that will elevate any already amazing dish to even greater heights. We most look forward to sharing this recipe at our Hyde Park campus’ annual Beefsteak Dinner, a boisterous […]

Sauces, Dressings, and Condiments

Jack Black Barbecue Sauce

Makes 2 1/2 cups sauce The name “Jack Black” refers to the Jack Daniels whiskey in the recipe and the deep color of the sauce. When it has finished cooking, the sauce may look burnt, but it isn’t; the color is supposed to be very dark, and the sauce will […]

Sauces, Dressings, and Condiments

Lemon-Parsley Butter

Makes 1 pound Chef variations: • Tarragon Butter: replace the parsley with an equal amount of minced tarragon • Pimiento Butter: Replace the parsley with an equal amount to minced pimiento. • Scallion Butter: Add 1 tbsp soy sauce, 1/2 tsp minced garlic, and replace the parsley with an equal […]

Sauces, Dressings, and Condiments

Lime-Honey Vinaigrette

Makes about 2 cups Room-temperature citrus is easier to squeeze. Warm for 10 seconds in the microwave if needed to bring the fruit to room temperature. Before squeezing, roll the fruit on a hard surface while applying pressure to break the membranes holding the juice. This vinaigrette can be prepared […]

Sauces, Dressings, and Condiments

Manchamantel Mole

Makes 2 cups Manchamantel translates to English as “tablecloth stainer.” This sauce has a sweet, tart, and spicy flavor. The tomatoes really round out the flavor and add richness to the sauce. This would be great with any grilled meat or vegetable.