Using a hand blender, mix together equal parts gluten-free mayonnaise (see below) and buttermilk. Combine with 1 to 2 teaspoons each of garlic powder, onion powder, salt, dill, parsley, and pepper. Adjust seasonings if necessary.
See our Tested Till Perfect recipe: Creamy Dill Ranch Dressing
Homemade Mayonnaise
Fresh mayonnaise is incredibly easy to make. Using a whisk or in a blender, mix together 1 egg yolk with the juice of 1 lemon. Whisking quickly, or with the blender running, slowly drizzle in one cup of olive oil in a steady stream until the mixture is thick. Season with salt and pepper.
Natural Sour Cream
To make your own sour cream, add 2 tablespoons of buttermilk to 1 cup of whipping cream in a sterilized jar. With the lid on, shake the mixture to combine, and let sit in room temperature for 24 hours to thicken.
Homemade Barbecue sauce
By making your own barbecue sauce, not only is it gluten-free, you can adjust the seasonings to your liking. The base to the sauce is equal parts ketchup, apple cider vinegar, and brown sugar. Additional seasonings may include tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, mustard powder, cumin, and cayenne pepper. Go ahead and experiment!
Caution: Check that all ingredients going into the sauce to ensure they are gluten-free as well.
See our Tested Till Perfect recipe: Basic Southwest Barbecue Sauce
Homemade Teriyaki sauce
Great over meat or fish, teriyaki sauce is an excellent for grilling. But it is commonly made with soy sauce, which usually contains gluten. To make a gluten-free version, combine equal parts of Tamari and Mirin or Sake in a saucepan over medium heat. Add a few tablespoons of sugar to taste. Let simmer for a few minutes until sugar is dissolved and mixture thickens a little. Not into sugar? Substitute the sugar with brown rice syrup or agave syrup. For a more customized blend, you can add grated ginger, sesame oil, and chilies to taste.
See our Tested Till Perfect recipe: Teriyaki sauce
Homemade Chocolate sauce or syrup
Chocolate sauce is extremely easy to make. Just melt dark chocolate with table cream or whipping cream together in a small saucepan over low heat, or in the microwave. Stir frequently so that the bottom doesn't scorch.
See our Tested Till Perfect recipe: Rich Chocolate Sauce
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