Recipes – SIMMER + SAUCE (2024)

Celebration Blondies

Andrea Potischman | Mar 20, 2024

In the realm of celebratory sweets, few treats can match the sheer joy of celebration blondies. These delightful bars, adorned with golden vanilla Oreos and a sprinkle of colorful edible “confetti“, are a testament to the simple pleasures that make life sweeter. They’re not just for birthdays – they’re for any occasion that calls for […]

Crispy Salmon Cakes

Andrea Potischman | Mar 13, 2024

Indulge in the savory delight of crispy salmon cakes – an effortless dish that’s both versatile and pleasing, even to many who claim they are “non-fish eaters“. Whether crafted from fresh or frozen Atlantic salmon, these cakes are a testament to convenience and flavor. Perfect for busy schedules, they can be prepared in advance and […]

Frosted Guinness Brownies

Andrea Potischman | Mar 6, 2024

In the heart of Ireland, a dark and velvety elixir known as Guinness Stout emerged in the 18th century, captivating beer enthusiasts worldwide. Renowned for its rich, complex flavor profile, Guinness became a symbol of Irish brewing expertise and, eventually, a global sensation. As culinary exploration reached new heights, home cooks and bakers embraced the […]

Instant Pot Venezuelan Shredded Beef

Andrea Potischman | Feb 29, 2024

This Instant Pot Venezuelan shredded beef recipe is a family favorite and one my husband has been making for a while now. This is not my recipe, I have adapted it lightly, but the original can be found here. This is the first Instant Pot recipe on my blog, and it’s an easy one I […]

Baked Rice

Andrea Potischman | Feb 22, 2024

This cheesy baked rice is a new comfort dish I can’t seem to get enough of. I once read that a cheesy baked dish was like a fluffy down comforter: you just want to slide in and pull it up over your head. I think that sums this dish up rather well. This is the […]

Braised Beef With Red Wine And Mushrooms

Andrea Potischman | Feb 16, 2024

Braised beef with red wine and mushrooms is a quintessential dish for winter. Rich, tender beef, slowly braised in a decadent red wine sauce that melts in your mouth. This comfort dish oozes cozy vibes on a blistery weekend night. Although this dish takes time to yield the out-of-this-world results, it requires minimal prep making […]

Chocolate Meringue Hearts With Whipped Cream And Berries

Andrea Potischman | Feb 7, 2024

Indulge in the epitome of romance with delicate chocolate heart-shaped meringue cups filled with fresh, lightly sweetened, whipped cream and mixed berries. An easy and elegant treat perfect for Valentine’s Day or any day you crave a little something special. A meringue is a delicate dance of egg whites and sugar, that, when made correctly, […]

Spam Musubi

Andrea Potischman | Feb 1, 2024

For all the many times I’ve been to Hawaii, I never had Spam musubi there. Not sure how that’s possible, yet here we are. This was a request from my older son and now I’m hooked. Spam musubi is delish, but yes, you must get past the Spam part to fully embrace it and its […]

Chocolate Chunk Olive Oil Blondies

Andrea Potischman | Jan 31, 2024

Get ready to excite your taste buds with the irresistible combination of semi-sweet chocolate and olive oil in these delectable, and equally outrageous, chocolate chunk olive oil blondies. Yes, you read that correctly, olive oil is the star ingredient, and it does not disappoint. But stepping back a bit, let’s briefly discuss blondies in general, […]

Beef With Barley Soup

Andrea Potischman | Feb 16, 2024

Beef and barley soup is a classic dish that has been enjoyed for centuries and oozes cozy vibes. It is a hearty, filling soup packed with flavor and nutrition that’s perfect in the winter months. The soup is believed to have originated in Scotland, where it was a popular dish among farmers and laborerswho used […]

No-Bake Fruit And Nut Breakfast Bars

Andrea Potischman | Feb 13, 2024

Rise and shine to the goodness of whole grain fruit and nut breakfast bars, a delicious energy booster, that’s both wholesome and incredibly easy to prepare. These no-bake, dairy-free bars are a treasure trove of natural goodness, combining various, readily available nutritious ingredients for a breakfast bar that fuels your day. Dried apricots, cherries, golden […]

Blueberry Breakfast Smoothie

Andrea Potischman | Jan 6, 2024

Happy 2024! Health experts have been saying it for years, but of all the fruits out there, you should seek ways to incorporate more blueberries into your diet. Blueberries are sweet, low in calories, nutritious, and incredibly popular. Blueberries are the most nutrient-dense of all berries. Just 1 cup of blueberries contains 4 grams of […]

Frosted Cranberry-Orange Loaf Cake

Andrea Potischman | Jan 31, 2024

Add this irresistible cranberry-orange loaf cake to your holiday baking list right this very minute. Effortless in preparation, this loaf cake has a moist, tender crumb, with a sweet and tangy seasonal cranberry flavor. Lightly drizzled with glaze, this easy, fruit-forward loaf cake is perfect for breakfast, dessert, or anything in between. Unlike most cranberry […]

Struffoli (Italian Honey Balls)

Andrea Potischman | Jan 31, 2024

Originating from Italy, Struffoli is a delightful dessert that has captured the hearts and palates of people worldwide for decades. This bite-sized delicacy consists of small dough balls, typically fried until golden and then coated in honey. Struffoli’s origins can be traced back to the regions of Campania and Calabria, where it is often enjoyed […]

Norwegian Christmas Bread (Julekake)

Andrea Potischman | Dec 15, 2023

Norwegian Christmas bread, also known as Julekake, is a traditional holiday bread that is enjoyed throughout Norway during the Christmas season. This delicious bread has been a staple in Norwegian homes for centuries and is loved for its rich and aromatic flavors. In my modern version of this classic bread, I use a combination of […]

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How to properly simmer sauce? ›

To simmer a liquid, such as a broth or sauce, put it in a pot on the stovetop and set the heat to medium-low. After a few minutes, you should start to notice bubbles rising to the surface of the liquid. If your recipe calls for a slow simmer, aim for a few small bubbles every 1-2 seconds.

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Should you simmer sauce, covered or uncovered? ›

Simmering and Boiling

In the event that your goal is to keep moisture in—like when your pot of soup, stew, or sauce is already at the right consistency, but you want to keep cooking the vegetables and melding the flavors—leave the lid on to keep any more liquid from evaporating.

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Do you cook meat before adding simmer sauce? ›

Because simmer sauces already come to you pre-made, you simply add the ingredients of your choice -- such as meat, vegetables, tofu, chicken, or seafood. It is often preferable to cook the meat and vegetables separate from the simmer sauce at high heat first.

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How long does homemade sauce need to simmer? ›

The minimum time you should simmer sauce is 30 minutes. This is about how long the oils take to disappear into the sauce (rather than pooling on top). But you should consider simmering for three or more hours, letting it lazily cook away, no more than a few straggling bubbles surfacing at a time.

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Do you simmer with the lid on or off? ›

You can simmer with the cookware lid on or off, simply follow your recipe instructions. Keep in mind that when using a cover, you'll want to set your stovetop to a low setting as it can reach a simmer faster than without a cap. When you're not using a lid, adjust your stovetop setting to medium.

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How do you get a perfect simmer? ›

To get to a simmer, wait until your water boils and then reduce the heat to medium or low. You should still see a few tiny bubbles making their way to the surface, but it shouldn't be as agitated as a complete boil. Once your water is at the proper temperature, you're ready to master all sorts of recipes.

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Does tomato sauce get better the longer you cook it? ›

Tomato sauce has an inherent dilemma: Long-simmered sauces have complex flavor, but simmering over a long period of time cooks out the very thing that makes a ripe tomato so special—its bright, sweet taste.

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Can you simmer sauce with lid on? ›

Once the sauce has reached a simmer, turn the heat down to low and continue cooking slowly. This allows the flavours to blend together and the sauce to become thicker and tastier. A really simple - but effective - trick is to always keep the lid on, so as to preserve the aroma.

Should you simmer store bought sauce? ›

To concentrate the flavor of your store-bought pasta sauce, cook it down so that some of the water evaporates, leaving you with tomato sauce that is thicker and more tomato-y. As your pot of sauce heats up and your noodles cook, let your sauce simmer on the stovetop for at least 10 to 20 minutes.

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Does meat get more tender the longer you simmer it? ›

Cook It Slowly

This is certainly true when it comes to notoriously tough cuts of meat like beef brisket and pork shoulder. Cooking these cuts of meat slowly, either by braising, stewing or grill roasting, is the best way to get these tasty cuts of meat meltingly tender.

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Do you stir sauce while simmering? ›

Step 6: Cook Hard and Fast

Simmering not only reduces liquid (and thereby thickens the sauce), but also contributes to mechanical stirring, helping that starchy pasta water do its job of emulsifying the sauce with the fat and getting it to coat the pasta.

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What is the difference between boil and simmer sauce? ›

For simmering, you want to see small bubbles occasionally rising to the surface. For boiling, you want to see large bubbles constantly breaking the surface. Don't overcrowd the pot or pan, as this can cause the temperature to drop and affect the cooking time.

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Can you use simmer sauce as a sauce? ›

Simmer sauce is pre-made sauce using fresh ingredients, spices, and herbs to add a jolt of flavour to meals. These sauces offer a convenient way to make meals tasty and healthy in a jiffy.

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What is the best way to simmer sauce? ›

The gentle heat and steam will not allow the sauce to stick. The other thing that I have found to work is to start with a cold pan, put just a thin skim of cold water on the bottom and then gently add the sauce on top of the water. Under gentle heat watch until the sauce steams but does not boil, stir and serve.

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When to add basil to sauce? ›

Dried herbs and spices should be added at the beginning of the cook time so that they have time to bloom. Fresh herbs, like basil or oregano, should be stirred in at the end, before you serve the sauce.

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How long does it take to simmer down sauce? ›

The precise amount of time necessary to achieve a reduction with your desired consistency depends on the type of liquid you're reducing, the volume of liquid you begin with, and the conditions under which you cook it. Most reductions require 15-30 minutes.

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What does it mean to let sauce simmer? ›

Simmer: Medium-low heat, gentle bubbling in the pot. Most often used for soups, sauces, and braises. Rapid Simmer: Medium- to medium-high heat, more aggressive bubbling in the pot, but the bubbles should still be fairly small. Most often used for reducing sauces.

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Should simmering sauce be bubbling? ›

At this temp, the liquid you're cooking with will produce small bubbles that rise to the surface slowly, and the surface will appear calm. Simmering is a gentler method than boiling and is often used for delicate ingredients that require a longer cooking time.

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Recipes – SIMMER + SAUCE (2024)

Celebration Blondies

Crispy Salmon Cakes

Frosted Guinness Brownies

Instant Pot Venezuelan Shredded Beef

Baked Rice

Braised Beef With Red Wine And Mushrooms

Chocolate Meringue Hearts With Whipped Cream And Berries

Spam Musubi

Chocolate Chunk Olive Oil Blondies

Beef With Barley Soup

No-Bake Fruit And Nut Breakfast Bars

Blueberry Breakfast Smoothie

Frosted Cranberry-Orange Loaf Cake

Struffoli (Italian Honey Balls)

Norwegian Christmas Bread (Julekake)

FAQs

How to properly simmer sauce? ›

Do you stir sauce while simmering? ›

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