Sauces & Spice Blends
Fellow parents and flavor-seekers just trying to make chicken taste like something,
I’m a busy dad who’s learned that a good sauce or spice blend can turn a basic meal into something that feels way more intentional—even if dinner started with “what can I do with this leftover rice and emotional energy?”
This section is full of easy, no-fuss recipes that bring meals to life: simple sauces that kids won’t run from, spice blends that beat the store-bought stuff, and condiments that make everything taste like you meant to do it. They're made with real ingredients, no weird fillers, and plenty of flexibility for different diets and flavor preferences.
So grab a jar, a whisk, or just a solid attitude—because the secret to stress-free cooking isn’t more recipes... it’s better flavor.
All Purpose Mexican Seasoning for Tacos, Soups & Carne Asada
A bold, homemade spice blend perfect for tacos, soups, and grilled meats like carne asada. No fillers!
🕓 5 min prep, ready in 5 min
👨🏻🍳 Skill level: 1/5
♨ Make a big batch
Spicy Chipotle Peach BBQ Sauce with Zero Added Sugar
Smoky chipotle heat meets sweet peach in this no-added-sugar BBQ sauce that’s perfect for grilling season.
🕓 10 min prep, ready in 30 min
👨🏻🍳 Skill level: 2/5
♨ Blender, stovetop
Eastern European Roasted Red Pepper & Eggplant Spread (Ajvar)
A smoky-sweet roasted red pepper and eggplant spread that’s perfect on bread, veggies, or grilled meats.
🕓 5 min prep, ready in 30 min
👨🏻🍳 Skill level: 2/5
♨ BBQ or cooking torch
Homemade Mayo Infused with Roasted Garlic & Dill
Creamy homemade mayo packed with roasted garlic and fresh dill—perfect for sandwiches, dips, and more.
🕓 5 min prep, ready in 45 min
👨🏻🍳 Skill level: 2/5
♨ Blender



