51 savory sauce recipes

Elegant stuffed pumpkin filled with brown rice, whole wheat breadcrumbs, tart apples, chestnuts, and herbs, then baked whole until fork-tender. A stunning vegetarian Thanksgiving centerpiece.

A savory bean stew that's made with delicious cornmeal dumplings which will satisfy your family's hunger.

Sloppy joe meets three-bean chili, stuffed into pita pockets with melted cheddar. Ground beef simmered with tomatoes, herbs, and brown sugar for a thick, scoopable filling.

Pasta coated with a savory Indian spiced pea sauce.

A savory and hearty soup made with succulent beef, hot chili sauce and bean sprouts.

Savory spaghetti and meatballs with ground beef meatballs seasoned by dry onion soup mix, browned and simmered in jarred spaghetti sauce. The 30-minute weeknight version that tastes like a slow-cooked Sunday sauce.

This savory sauce is goes well together with pasta, rice and any type of meat.

Pasta with chicken, tomato, and Romano cheese ready in 40 minutes. Spaghetti tossed with chicken strips, fresh tomatoes, olives, green pepper, and broth reduced into a light savory sauce.

Asparagus and mushrooms stir-fried with garlic and fermented black beans get tossed in a savory sauce made with rice vinegar, tamari, and sake for a quick Asian-inspired vegetable dish.

Fresh okra cornmeal muffins with Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce, and chopped onion. Savory Southern cornbread muffins with a crispy crust from preheated pans.

A vegan 'chickenless' a la king: mushrooms, peppers, and peas in a creamy plant-milk sauce savory with tamari. Dairy-free and meat-free comfort spooned over rice, toast, or baked potatoes.

Tofu lovers will love this savory dish made from shiitake mushrooms, soy sauce and Japanese cucumbers.

Slow-simmered marinara sauce with roasted garlic, anchovies, Italian plum tomatoes, and a strip of lemon peel for depth. Rich, savory, and worth the wait.

Crispy smoked turkey hash loaded with mashed potatoes, 10 cloves of garlic, Worcestershire, fish sauce and soy sauce. A bold, savory skillet meal ready in 25 minutes.

Macaroni and broccoli tossed with garlic-anchovy olive oil and Parmesan. A quick Italian pasta where the anchovies melt into a savory, umami-rich sauce.

Ginger beef stir-fry with fresh ginger, garlic, green pepper, celery, and tomatoes in a savory soy-cornstarch sauce. A fast wok dinner served over hot rice.