Desserts, Sauces, Dressings, and Condiments

Maple Whipped Cream

Makes about 2 cups This quick lightly sweetened whipped cream will be a go-to during fall entertaining and cozy nights on the couch. Serve it alongside pumpkin pie, topping an ice cream sundae with cooked apples and cinnamon, or to make a no-bake icebox cake.

Pantry, Sauces, Dressings, and Condiments

Mayonnaise

Makes 2 cups mayonnaise We love making mayonnaise the old fashioned way (for special occasions!), but you can also make it in a blender. Follow the directions, plus instead of a bowl, combine the yolks, water, vinegar, mustard, and sugar in a blender, and steam in the oil while it’s […]

Sauces, Dressings, and Condiments

Mignonette for Oysters

Makes 1 cup This is the most very basic mignonette to top fresh raw oysters, and you can add whatever flavors you love best to make it your own. Popular additions include minced chiles, freshly squeezed citrus juice, pomegranate seeds, cucumber, and minced herbs.

Sauces, Dressings, and Condiments

No-Fuss Strawberry Jam

Makes about 2 cups Homemade jam is such a special treat, and a wonderful gift. The process of canning and preserving is overwhelming, but you can skip that step with this recipe. Refrigerate just enough to use for a month or so, and then freeze the rest in plastic containers […]

Sauces, Dressings, and Condiments

Perfect Cocktail Sauce

Makes about 1 cup This makes a relatively mild cocktail sauce, so if you like a kick, add more horseradish and hot sauce to taste. Remember, Worcestershire sauce contains anchovies, so look for a vegetarian or vegan version, if needed, or omit entirely.