Sauces and Condiments - Hostess At Heart

Easy Broccoli Pesto Recipe – Ready in 15 Minutes!

Julie Menghini — Sat, 04 Jul 2026 15:47:19 +0000

Have you ever looked at a head of broccoli and wondered what to do with it besides steaming it plain? This broccoli pesto is my answer! It takes that same everyday vegetable and turns it into a bright, cheesy, garlicky sauce that tastes like something special. I love a good basil pesto, but once the...

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Beef Gravy Made Easy – Ready in Just 7 Minutes!

Julie Menghini — Sat, 08 Nov 2025 21:59:17 +0000

Let me tell you a secret – I was stubborn about making beef gravy for years! I thought using Better Than Bouillon was “cheating” somehow. Boy, was I wrong! A few weeks ago, I finally gave in and tried it, and now I’m completely converted. This beef gravy recipe has become my go-to because it...

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Easy Chicken Gravy Recipe (With or Without Drippings)

Julie Menghini — Mon, 29 Sep 2025 19:33:43 +0000

Have you ever wanted to make delicious homemade chicken gravy but didn’t have any drippings? Or maybe you’re making chicken breasts for dinner and want that restaurant-quality gravy to go with your mashed potatoes? Good news! You can make incredible chicken gravy anytime with just four simple ingredients you probably already have in your kitchen....

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Fresh Sweet Basil Pesto Recipe

Julie Menghini — Wed, 10 Jul 2024 18:47:12 +0000

I can’t think of anything more satisfying than making your own Sweet Basil Pesto. The beautiful smell of freshly picked basil, and the beauty of this deep, gorgeous green sauce spinning in a food processor is just as incredible as the dish itself. You can find pesto made with all kinds of ingredients nowadays. Carrot...

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Easy Homemade Chicken Gyro Recipe (Healthy Options)

Julie Menghini — Tue, 11 Jun 2024 14:09:30 +0000

One of my favorite Greek restaurant meals is shaved and seasoned meat called Gyro used to make sandwiches on pita bread. Imagine my delight when I learned that you can make chicken with the same flavors at home. Quick and delicious, our homemade Easy Chicken Gyro Recipe comes together in minutes. While slow-cooked Greek gyro...

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Spinach Salad Recipe – Easy and Delicious

Julie Menghini — Mon, 14 Feb 2022 15:48:09 +0000

Make a delicious, healthy spinach salad at home with this easy recipe. Full of flavor and crunch, it’s the perfect salad for any occasion. Try it today and experience a refreshing burst of nutrition! Add this spinach spinach salad . This post was updated from 2017 to improve readers’ experience. No changes were made to...

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Homemade Apple Pie Filling – Easy Stovetop Recipe

Julie Menghini — Sun, 03 Nov 2019 14:18:27 +0000

Homemade Apple Pie Filling combines fresh apples in a brown sugar sauce loaded with warm cinnamon. This easy Apple Pie Filling from Scratch can be eaten as is or made into a quick apple dessert. Homemade Apple Pie Filling is the first thing that I make when I buy too many apples humanly impossible to...

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Easy Fresh Balsamic Tomato Chutney Recipe

Julie Menghini — Sun, 18 Aug 2019 18:11:55 +0000

Indulge in the rich flavors of our Balsamic Tomato Chutney made with fresh, ripe tomatoes. A delightful blend of tangy and sweet in every spoonful. Create a delicious fresh Balsamic Tomato Chutney with this easy-to-follow recipe! Try this tasty chutney as a topping on these juicy Lamb Burgers, Shrimp BLT sandwiches, and more. Get started...

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Caramelized Pear Pie Filling Recipe (or sauce)

Julie Menghini — Tue, 25 Jun 2019 19:22:02 +0000

Caramelized Pear Pie Filling Recipe is full of tender pears drenched in brown sugar and cinnamon. It makes a great topping or a great dessert on its own. THIS POST HAS BEEN UPGRADED FROM 10/27/14 TO IMPROVE READER EXPERIENCE. Caramelized Pear Pie Filling is swimming in a warm sweet gooey brown sugar and cinnamon sauce that...

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Easy Rhubarb Sauce Recipe (4 Simple Ingredients)

Julie Menghini — Thu, 06 Jun 2019 20:33:27 +0000

Our sweet and tart Simple Rhubarb Sauce recipe has just four ingredients (including water). You’ll love this effortless recipe. Drizzle its vibrant flavors over a scoop of creamy ice cream, swirling it into your morning yogurt, or using it as a zesty glaze for roasted meats. Our Rhubarb Sauce Recipe is easy to make, versatile...

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