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Let’s get a little saucy this holiday season! These homemade Christmas sauces and condiments are just what you need to add that extra special finishing touch to all your favorite holiday meals.
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Let’s talk about the secret to unforgettable holiday meals – an amazing sauce! A great sauce brings that extra pop of flavor that can elevate even the simplest meal into something incredible.
Find both sweet and savory sauce recipes below that are guaranteed to add the wow factor to your holiday dishes.
Savory Holiday Sauces
Let’s kick things off with the savory sauces! These delicious sauces bring big flavor to whatever’s on your holiday table – roasts, turkey, seafood, pasta, veggies, you name it!
Creamy Dijon Sauce
Learn how to make a delicious Creamy Dijon Sauce that’ll add that gourmet touch! And the best part? It’s so simple to make! Drizzle this mustard cream sauce over pork, chicken, salmon, steak, fish, veggies and more!
Make Ahead Turkey Gravy
One of the best parts of a holiday turkey dinner is the gravy. This delicious turkey gravy recipe can be made ahead of time. Say goodbye to last minute stress!
Easy Hollandaise Sauce
Learn how to make homemade hollandaise sauce in just 5 minutes with these two easy methods! It instantly elevates anything it is drizzled over – veggies, salmon, chicken, eggs Benedict and more!
Creamy Mushroom Sauce
This mushroom sauce is rich, creamy, flavorful and totally irresistible. You’re going to want to drizzle it over everything! Luckily it pairs perfectly with so many dishes.
Pistachio Pesto
The pistachios give the pesto a rich, nutty, subtle sweetness that is so good. This versatile sauce is ready in just 5 minutes!
Gorgonzola Sauce
Learn how easy it is to make a luscious and creamy gorgonzola sauce! This sauce is the perfect sidekick for steak, chicken, pasta, gnocchi, veggies and so much more.
Sage Walnut Pesto
The flavors in this pesto work so well with holiday meals! Delicious drizzled over turkey, chicken, roasted potatoes and much more.
Creamy Herb Sauce
This creamy, flavorful herb-packed sauce adds a fresh pop of flavor. Try it with roast beef, salmon, potatoes, or even as a veggie dip.
Easy Vegan Gravy
Nobody should miss out on gravy! Packed with flavor from nutritional yeast and Marmite, this vegan brown gravy is perfect for drizzling over mashed potatoes or serving at your holiday feast.
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Creamy Horseradish Sauce
If your holiday dinner includes roast beef like a Prime Rib Roast or dark gamey meats, then this Creamy Horseradish sauce is the perfect accompaniment!
Photo Credit: Peter’s Food Adventures
Sweet Christmas Sauces
Now let’s talk about the sweeter side of things! From classic cranberry sauce to drizzle-worthy sauces that will add the perfect finishing touch to your sweet holiday breakfasts and desserts.
Cranberry Orange Sauce
This classic sauce is elevated with the flavors of orange and cinnamon which add a festive touch. It is super easy to make with a few simple ingredients and can be made ahead of time.
Strawberry Compote
Use this delicious strawberry sauce as a topping on breakfast favorites like pancakes and waffles to desserts like ice cream, cheesecake and more!
Creme Anglaise
This rich, creamy vanilla custard sauce will take your holiday desserts to the next level!
Photo Credit: Baking a Moment
Cranberry Chutney
This Cranberry Chutney is a tasty alternative to classic cranberry sauce. It’s made with dried cranberries, sweet onions, and a festive mix of maple syrup, orange juice, ginger, and cinnamon.
Photo Credit: Mom Foodie
Salted Caramel Sauce
This delicious caramel sauce recipe is made from coconut milk and coconut sugar so it is also vegan, dairy-free and paleo. Perfect to drizzle over holiday breakfasts and desserts!
Photo Credit: Downshiftology
Can you make these sauces ahead of time?
Absolutely! The holidays are busy enough, so it’s great to prep when you can. Most of these sauces can be made ahead (with the exception of the Hollandaise Sauce which is best made fresh before serving). Some even freeze well! Storage tips can be found within each recipe.
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