Sauces and Dips

Chimichurri

Pistachio Pesto

We found this pesto recipe accompanying a potato salad courtesy of The Food Network from Geoffrey Zakarian. But the pesto is so tasty, I am posting it here as a stand-alone recipe because it is such a great match for so many other dishes - fish, pasta, salads and more.

Avocado Crema

Perfectly balanced Avocado Crema has a velvety smooth texture and pairs well with almost every recipe. This creamy sauce is a light and refreshing replacement to sour cream or avocado slices. Lightly seasoned with garlic, cilantro, and lime, it adds zest and character to every bite!

Romesco Sauce

Smoked Trout Dip with Dill

Edamame Hummus

Hummus

Chermoula Sauce

Spicy Pepper Feta Dip

Our friend Katherine brought this dip over one day and we loved it. We asked for the recipe and have been making it as an appetizer whenever we get the chance ever since.

Tzatziki

Sean and Jessica made this recipe for the first time at Doug and Sonia's  on boxing day 2016.  It was a hit and everyone loved it!

Tomato Butter Sauce

A long time ago we received a cookbook as a gift and this Tomato Butter Sauce recipe was in it. Since that time, we have been unable to find a better all-purpose tomato sauce. It is silky and smooth and perfect for so many things. You make it in two stages, first making a basic Tomato-Basil sauce, then using that as a base for the Tomato Butter sauce. Tomato Basil Sauce

Bolognese Sauce

We make a very large pot of this, eat it that night for dinner and then freeze it in Souper Cubes so we can come back and revisit later to remember how tasty it is.