Category: Spices, Rubs, Dips & Sauces

  • Easy Canned Tomato Pizza Sauce

    This quick and flavorful pizza sauce is made from canned tomatoes, making it a perfect pantry-friendly option. With garlic, onion, and classic Italian herbs, it delivers a rich, savory taste that simmers into a delicious base for any homemade pizza—no paste or puree needed. Yields: About 1½ to 2 cups (enough for 2–3 medium pizzas)Prep…

  • Savory Pork Butt Rub

    This robust and aromatic rub blends smoky paprika, earthy herbs, and a hint of sweetness to perfectly season your pork butt roast. Designed to enhance the natural flavors of the meat, this savory mix creates a flavorful crust that locks in juiciness during slow cooking or roasting. Ideal for pulled pork or a hearty roast,…

  • Simple Pizza Sauce with Canned Tomato Sauce

    This no-fuss pizza sauce uses canned tomato sauce as a smooth, ready-to-use base, enhanced with garlic, onion, and dried herbs for classic Italian flavor. It’s perfect for quick weeknight pizzas, delivering bold taste with minimal prep—no blending or chopping fresh tomatoes required. Yields: About 1½ to 2 cups (enough for 2–3 medium pizzas)Prep Time: 5…

  • Grubbing Hot Sauce

    Grubbing Hot Sauce

    As usual, quantities are a matter of personal preference: Ingredients: Jalapeno Habanero Chili Piquin – hard to find, but good Red Bell Pepper Red Onion Shallot Garlic Diced Tomatoes or tomato sauce – optional makes it smoother and can cut the heat from the peppers if you prefer less spicy sauces Red Wine or Apple Cider…