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Sauces & Condiments

The jar in the fridge that makes the rest of the week easier.

The jar in the fridge that makes the rest of the week easier. Homemade sauces cost a fraction of the bottled kind and let you decide how sweet they get, which is usually the problem with the shop versions.

Each one gives the ratio it is built on, so you can move it: more vinegar, less sugar, more heat.

Two enchiladas covered in red chile sauce on a bed of kale
Photo: Loren Castillo / Pexels

Red Enchilada Sauce

A smooth, brick-red enchilada sauce made from toasted dried guajillo and ancho chiles, blended with garlic and onion and simmered in broth, with a quick chili-powder version for busy nights.

Total time
40 min
Yield
About 3 cups (710 ml)