Sauces

Classic alfrado sauce

Gravey for Steaks

Italian Marinara Sauce

First used in 1989 for a dinner at our home just after we got married.  I made dinner for our two moms and the only good thing was the sauce.  23 years later and many attempts at changing the recipe from a 1 cup yield to something we could use for a meal I arrived at this recipe.

Some recipes make caramel seem intimidating by using thermometers and special water tests for doneness, but it really is just a matter of using your eyes to judge. When the sugar and water turn a, well, caramel color, you know it’s ready! Drizzle the caramel over ice cream, poached pears, apple strudel, or pie.

Chipotle, Chipotle, do I have your attention? Ok, good! chipotle is my new favorite ingredient along with garlic. I try to add it to anything I can without my kids getting too angry. Here is my recipe...