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as in dressings
a savory fluid food used as a topping or accompaniment to a main dish
the chef poured sauce over the meat just before he served it
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as in liquors
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a distilled beverage that can make a person drunk
as soon as she returned home from the graveyard shift, she'd be hitting the sauce
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Recent Examples of sauces
Matt Moore, Southern Living, 13 Jan. 2026
Casual Counters Come Back Fatback, Chicago Barbecue champ Charlie McKenna’s new place in the Loop is a combination sandwich shop, butcher counter and specialty market (think high-end pantry staples like pastas, sauces and olive oil).
—Bloomberg, Mercury News, 13 Jan. 2026
Shoppers can look for bold flavors like gochujang, matcha, miso and sesame to appear in everything from sauces and sweet treats to ready-to-eat fusions.
—Kaycee Sloan, Cincinnati Enquirer, 13 Jan. 2026
Read labels carefully, especially on breads, soups, sauces, and deli meats.
—Brittany Poulson, Verywell Health, 12 Jan. 2026
Dishes range from caviar or rock oysters (teamed with cranberry, spiced pumpkin, and classic sauces) to Dover sole meunière, Cornish lobster bisque, black truffle arancini, seared scallop, loin of venison, and chocolate bombs for dessert.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 Jan. 2026
Both anchovy paste and tomato paste can add depth to dressings, sauces, and pasta dishes; sherry vinegar is ideal for vinaigrettes and glazes; a jar of capers can elevate simple hors d'oeuvres; and chili sambals can bring the heat to eggs, marinades, and stir-fries.
—Jamie Cuccinelli, Martha Stewart, 9 Jan. 2026
Sorbates — used in wine, baked goods, cheeses and sauces to prevent mold and bacteria — were associated with a 26% higher risk of breast cancer and a 14% increase in all types of cancers.
—Alexandra Banner, CNN Money, 8 Jan. 2026
Guest chef Ix-Chel Ornelas Hernández, known for her heritage mole sauces at El Patio Restaurant in Tlaxiaco, Oaxaca, wrote the new menu.
—Bud Kennedy, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 7 Jan. 2026
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They can be brined, rubbed, breaded, smoked, or deep-fried and then dipped or drizzled with a seemingly endless number of sauces.
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Both anchovy paste and tomato paste can add depth to dressings, sauces, and pasta dishes; sherry vinegar is ideal for vinaigrettes and glazes; a jar of capers can elevate simple hors d'oeuvres; and chili sambals can bring the heat to eggs, marinades, and stir-fries.—
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Dips and dressings can contain more than 100 calories per 2 tablespoons.—
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For cocktails that use stronger liquors, prepare your drinks ahead of time so the cocktail cube has a chance to melt slightly before serving.—
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The Best Liquors For Eggnog The most traditional alcohol choices for spiking eggnog are dark, warming liquors that complement its rich, custardy base.—
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Plus, the mint base contrasted with the purple detailing is playful and effortlessly spices up any outfit.—
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Post-Prohibition, when the spirit was flowing back into the United States, planter’s punch became one of many tropical drinks that surged in popularity.—
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Staying well hydrated supports kidney function, while certain drinks may increase inflammation, worsen blood sugar control, or add unnecessary sodium and phosphorus.—
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Sugar alcohols are known to cause digestive side effects in some people, such as bloating, gas, and diarrhea, especially when eaten in large portions.—
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Their approach uses alcohols in combination with an inexpensive, widely available iron catalyst, offering a sustainable and practical solution.—
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Recipe Tips From The Test Kitchen Browning the chicken first not only locks in juices but also leaves a fond in the Dutch oven that enriches the broth when deglazed with tomatoes and stock.—
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Simply refreshing the pot with fresh soil enriches the soil with essential nutrients for the roots.—
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During the investigation, officers found liquor bottles hidden throughout the house, some of them empty, according to the release.—
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Modern Warrior’s notice about Friday’s recall of Modern Warrior Ready’s 60-count bottles doesn’t appear on its website, but is posted to the FDA site.—
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However, most apple juices available for purchase have vitamin C added as ascorbic acid, an antioxidant that prevents discoloration and improves the juice's shelf life.—
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People should limit consumption of 100% fruit or vegetable juices.—
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“Sauces.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sauces. Accessed 20 Jan. 2026.
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