sauces, dressings
(Recipe Collection)

Chef Meg's homemade and natural ricotta cheese is easy to make and a fun project for someone who likes to cook.Submitted by CHEF_MEG

This tasty spread is great on sandwiches or with fresh-cut veggies. Submitted by SPARK_RECIPES

Delicious served hot with toasted bagel or pita chips and can also be served as a cold dip.Submitted by ELAINEHN

Use this to dress your salad or as a dipping sauce for cut vegetables. Don't like cilantro? No problem, just swap it out for Italian parsley or dill.
Submitted by CHEF_MEG

If you like ranch, you'll LOVE this easy and healthier alternative.Submitted by CADENCES_MOM

I learned to make the dressing for this delicious spinach salad while studying in the south of France. For best results, use high-quality coarse mustard and soft gorgonzola.Submitted by MONROVIN

Vinaigrettes are perfect as salad dressing, a dipping sauce for steamed vegetables, and a marinade for lean cuts of meats. Submitted by CHEF_MEG

This simple fruit syrup tastes amazing drizzled on a hot stack of pancakes. It also works great on top of yogurt, ice cream, or pound cake.Submitted by SEWINGMEG

A new twist on salsa, for using cucumbers from the garden!Submitted by SLINKY78

Peanut sauce is one of my favorite things to eat, usually with tofu, green vegetables (like broccoli, spinach and edamame) and brown rice. Submitted by COACH_NICOLE

This sweet and spicy salsa is great on tortilla chips or with your favorite grilled meat. Tastes like summer!Submitted by KDIETL

Learn how to make caramelized onions to add flavor to any dish, from soups and sandwiches to stews and dips.Submitted by CHEF_MEG

This corn and black bean salsa is the perfect dish for potlucks when you want to have something healthy on the table.Submitted by CHIQUITA72979

This sauce is great on grilled meats, and it makes enough for two meals. Try it on cooked pasta or roasted vegetables.Submitted by CHEF_MEG

This is my go-to dressing. I use it on everything from steamed veggies to salads and sandwiches. Submitted by STEPFANIER

http://blog.fatfreevegan.com/2007/05/seitan-baked-in-sweet-and-sour-orange.htmlSubmitted by BROOKE.LYNNE

This simple marinade recipe is suitable for pretty much any kind of meat (or meat substitute)! We especially love it on chicken or steak.Submitted by LIVELOVELAUGH-

This blackberry marinade will kick your summer barbecue up a notch! It works well with all meats, but we like it best with grilled salmon.Submitted by FLOATYROSE

You can probably make this all-purpose rub with ingredients you have in your pantry right now! We like it best on brisket or ribs.Submitted by ROSENBERG4HIM