Make-Ahead Sauces That Save the Day (and Dinner)

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Great meals don’t have to come with last-minute stress. These make-ahead sauces and gravies are your secret weapon for effortless flavor—whether you’re hosting, meal prepping, or just want dinner to come together faster. From rich pork and turkey gravies to a bold red wine sauce, vibrant pesto, and a versatile stir-fry sauce, each recipe is designed to be made in advance and reheated beautifully when you need it most. Prep now, relax later, and let your sauces do the heavy lifting.

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Make-Ahead Pork Gravy This pork gravy is rich, savory, and made with simple ingredients. Using roasted pork ribs gives it body and depth without needing pan drippings. And a splash of apple cider vinegar at the end makes it feel fresh and balanced — no cream, no tomato paste, just pure flavor. TRY THIS RECIPE

More Make-Ahead Sauce/Gravy Recipes

Make-Ahead Turkey Gravy This Make-Ahead Turkey Gravy is rich, smooth, and packed with flavor. Roasted poultry and vegetables provide a deep, savory taste, and a touch of thyme and Worcestershire sauce elevate it to perfection. TRY THIS RECIPE

Stir Fry Sauce This amazingly easy homemade stir fry sauce flavored with ginger and Chinese five spice is tasty and versatile. Perfect for a throw together weeknight dinner treat. TRY THIS RECIPE

Quick & Easy Batch Pesto Bursting with fresh basil flavor, this quick and easy Basil Pesto Recipe comes together in minutes with almost no prep—perfect for elevating any dish! TRY THIS RECIPE

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