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Gabriela Ortiz

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Gabriela specializes in crafting homemade condiments and sauces, from rich mole sauces to fresh salsas and marinades. Her recipes focus on enhancing dishes with homemade, flavorful accompaniments.
  • Homemade Condiments and Sauces

Homemade Salad Dressings: Never Buy Bottled Again

homemade dressings over bottled
You’ll be amazed at the flavor and freshness of homemade salad dressings, and never want to go back to bland, bottled options again.
  • Gabriela Ortiz
  • November 16, 2024
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  • Homemade Condiments and Sauces

Crafting Mustard: From Whole Seeds to Gourmet Spreads

whole seeds to spreads
Overcome the mundane with the ancient art of crafting mouthwatering mustard spreads from whole seeds, transforming your cooking into a gourmet experience.
  • Gabriela Ortiz
  • November 16, 2024
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  • Homemade Condiments and Sauces

Mayonnaise: The Mother Sauce

mayonnaise as foundational sauce
Fascinating history of mayonnaise, the versatile “mother sauce” born in 18th century Spain and now a staple in American cuisine. Learn the secrets to making this creamy condiment.
  • Gabriela Ortiz
  • October 21, 2024
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  • Homemade Condiments and Sauces

Homemade Ketchup: Better Than Store-Bought

homemade ketchup superior taste
Multifaceted and flavorful, homemade ketchup elevates your culinary experience, leaving store-bought versions in the dust. Discover the secrets to crafting this versatile condiment.
  • Gabriela Ortiz
  • October 20, 2024
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  • Homemade Condiments and Sauces

Sriracha: Spice Up Your Life

add flavor with sriracha
Nostalgic for the iconic Thai-Chinese immigrant-created Sriracha? Discover the fiery history and versatility of this beloved condiment that has taken the world by storm.
  • Gabriela Ortiz
  • October 19, 2024
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  • Homemade Condiments and Sauces

Pesto: Beyond Basil

pesto varieties and innovations
Wandering beyond the confines of basil, pesto has now blossomed into a vibrant canvas of endless flavor possibilities, inviting you to explore its culinary wonders.
  • Gabriela Ortiz
  • October 18, 2024
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  • Homemade Condiments and Sauces

Chimichurri: Argentinian Green Sauce

argentinian green sauce delight
Savory and vibrant, chimichurri is the Argentinian green sauce that will transform your meals – discover its flavor-packed history and learn how to make it at home.
  • Gabriela Ortiz
  • October 17, 2024
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  • Homemade Condiments and Sauces

Chutney Creations: Sweet and Savory Fruit Preserves

sweet savory fruit preserves
Captivating chutney creations elevate everyday dishes with their vibrant blend of sweet, savory, and tangy flavors, inviting you on a culinary adventure.
  • Gabriela Ortiz
  • October 16, 2024
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  • Homemade Condiments and Sauces

The Perfect Steak Sauce: Complementing Your Cut of Beef

ideal sauce for beef
Tantalizing your taste buds, the perfect steak sauce is a culinary masterpiece that elevates your dining experience, unveiling a world of savory possibilities.
  • Gabriela Ortiz
  • October 16, 2024
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  • Homemade Condiments and Sauces

Homemade Hot Sauce: From Mild to Wild

crafting spicy hot sauce
With a few simple steps, craft your own customized hot sauce, from mild and versatile to fiery and bold – the perfect addition to any dish.
  • Gabriela Ortiz
  • October 16, 2024
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halloween safety and snacks
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Happy Halloween! Trick-or-Treat Safety Tips and Snack Ideas

With Halloween approaching, discover essential safety tips and snack ideas to ensure a…
  • Chloe Watson
  • October 31, 2025
balancing acidity in cooking
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Understanding Acidity and Balance in Cooking

Keenly understanding acidity and balance unlocks new flavor possibilities, inspiring…
  • Chloe Watson
  • October 31, 2025
assembling gourmet snack platters
  • Food and Drink

Building a Cheese and Charcuterie Board 101

A comprehensive guide to building an impressive cheese and charcuterie board that will…
  • Chloe Watson
  • October 31, 2025
homemade holiday flavorings
  • Homemade Condiments and Sauces

DIY Flavored Salts and Sugars for Holiday Gifts

Keen to craft personalized holiday gifts? Discover how DIY flavored salts and sugars…
  • Chloe Watson
  • October 31, 2025
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