Citrusy Beet & Feta Salad
Published: 8 April 2026 | Category: Sides
Why You'll Love This Recipe
Some weeknights, it would be nice of salads could basically make itself. That's exactly where this Citrusy Beet & Feta Salad earns its place in your kitchen. It's the kind of recipe you'll make once and then wonder why didn’t I make this sooner?!
This isn't your average bagged store-bought salad. Its freshly cut orange cubes adds freshness and sweetness that contrasts well with the savoury feta and crunch of the walnuts. Its the type of salad that pre-packaged salads from the store just can't match.
The best part? No cooking required! Just chop a few veggies, top with toasted walnut and cheese and voilà! You’re done!
What Is BEet & Feta salad Made Of?
This salad is a crips and savoury salad. This weeknight version keeps things simple and uses fresh ingredients you can easily find at your local grocery store year round.
Romaine Letture
Cubed Feta
Cubed Navel Orange
Cubed Beet Root
Toasted Walnut pieces
what i need to make a Beet & Feta salad
Ingredients:
1 head of romain lettuce, shaved
1 cup feta, cubed
1 beet root, oven roasted the night before, and cut into cubes
1 navel orange, peeled and cubed
½ cup roasted walnut pieces
Optional: Drizzle of balsamic glaze to top it off
How to a BEet & feta salad
a step-by-step guide
This is honestly the easiest salad recipe you'll ever make. Here's how:
Step 1: the night before
Clean the beet root, wrap it in foil, and bake it in the oven at 350F for 70 minutes. Let cool, then put it in the fridge.
Step 2: toast the walnut
With a frying pan over medium heat, toast the walnuts. Being careful not to burn them, roasting the walnuts 1-2 minutes per side. Remove from heat, put them in a separate bowl until Step 4.
Step 3: peel and cut
Peel and cut the beet, and orange into 1 cm cubes. Shave the romain lettuce. Cut the feta into 1 cm cubes
Step 4: Combine
Gather and combine all ingredients into a large salad bowl, drizzle with balsamic glaze.
That's it. Done! Use it right away.
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Caesar Salad With a Twist: Kale & Chickpeas!
Published: 8 April 2026 | Category: Sides
Why You'll Love This Recipe
Some weeknights, I would be nice of salads could basically make itself. That's exactly where this easy Caesar Salad earns its place in your kitchen. It's the kind of recipe you'll make once and then wonder why didn’t I make this sooner?!
This isn't your average bagged store-bought salad. Its freshly sliced lemon adds a freshness that salads from a bag just can't touch, while the salty bacon bits and freshly ground parmesan and crunchy croutons give it that warm, savoury depth that makes everything taste a little more special — even a simple Tuesday night.
The best part? No cooking required! Just chop a few veggies, cheese top with bacon bits and you’re done!
What Is caesar salad Made Of?
This salad is a crips and savoury salad. This weeknight version keeps things simple and uses fresh ingredients you can easily find at your local grocery store year round.
Bacon bits — the crispy salty meat we all love
Croutons - for the crunch
grated Parmesan cheese — either freshly ground or store bought
Kale — minced, for depth and crunchiness
Roasted Chickpeas - Major protein source
freshly sliced Lemon — finishes this dish. It adds body and citrusy goodness
what i need to make a Caesar salad
Ingredients:
5 leaves of kale, stemmed and shaved
1/2 cup bacon bits
¼ cup grated parmesan
1 cup croutons
1 cup chickpeas, pan fried
Optional: freshly sliced lemon
How to a kale Caesar salad
a step-by-step guide
This is honestly the easiest salad recipe you'll ever make. Here's how:
Step 1: Cutting
Stem and shave the kale leaves. Grate the parmesan, if using fresh. Slice the lemon.
Step 2: Grill the chickpeas
pan fry the chickpeas over medium heat.
Step 3: Combine
Gather and combine all ingredients into a large salad bowl, drizzle with your favourite caesar dressing and serve with freshly cut lemon slices.
That's it. Done! Use it right away.
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Simple Caesar Salad
Published: 8 April 2026 | Category: Sides
Why You'll Love This Recipe
Some weeknights, I would be nice of salads could basically make itself. That's exactly where this easy Caesar Salad earns its place in your kitchen. It's the kind of recipe you'll make once and then wonder why didn’t I make this sooner?!
This isn't your average bagged store-bought salad. Its freshly sliced lemon adds a freshness that salads from a bag just can't touch, while the salty bacon bits and freshly ground parmesan and crunchy croutons give it that warm, savoury depth that makes everything taste a little more special — even a simple Tuesday night.
The best part? No cooking required! Just chop a few veggies, cheese top with bacon bits and you’re done!
What Is caesar salad Made Of?
This salad is a crips and savoury salad. This weeknight version keeps things simple and uses fresh ingredients you can easily find at your local grocery store year round.
Bacon bits — the crispy salty meat we all love
Croutons - for the crunch
grated Parmesan cheese — either freshly ground or store bought
Romaine Lettuce — minced, for depth and crunchiness
freshly sliced Lemon — finishes this dish. It adds body and citrusy goodness
what i need to make a Caesar salad
Ingredients:
1 head of Romaine Lettuce, shaved
1/2 cup bacon bits
¼ cup grated parmesan
1 cup croutons
Optional: freshly sliced lemon
How to a greek salad
a step-by-step guide
This is honestly the easiest salad recipe you'll ever make. Here's how:
Step 1: Cutting
Dice the romain lettuce. Grate the parmesan, if using fresh. Slice the lemon.
Step 2: Gather
Gather all of the ingredients: the romaine lettuce, bacon bits, parmesan, croutons in one big salad bowl.
Step 3: Combine
Combine all ingredients into a large salad bowl, drizzle with your favourite caesar dressing and serve with freshly cut lemon slices.
That's it. Done! Use it right away.
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Greek Salad
Published: 7 April 2026 | Category: Sides
Why You'll Love This Recipe
Some weeknights, I would be nice of salads could basically make itself. That's exactly where this easy Greek Salad earns its place in your kitchen. It's the kind of recipe you'll make once and then wonder why didn’t I make this sooner?!
This isn't your average bagged store-bought salad. Its freshly sliced tomatoes and cucumbers adds a freshness that salads from a bag just can't touch, while the salty feta and olives give it that warm, savoury depth that makes everything taste a little more special — even a simple Tuesday night.
The best part? No cooking required! Just chop a few veggies, cheese and you’re done!
What Is Greek salad Made Of?
This salad is a crips and savoury salad. This weeknight version keeps things simple and uses fresh ingredients you can easily find at your local grocery store year round.
Fresh Roma Tomatoes — the fresh & sweet fruit
English Cucumber - a green salad powerhouse
Green Bell Pepper - for the crunch
Fresh feta — cut into small cubes
Romaine Lettuce — minced, for depth and crunchiness
Pitted Kalamata Olives — finishes this dish. It adds body and savoury goodness
Ingredients
Ingredients:
1 head of Romaine Lettuce, shaved
½ Green Bell Pepper, diced
½ cup Feta, cut in 1 cm (1/2 inch) cubes
2 Roma Tomatoes, diced
½ English Cucumber, diced
½ cup pitted Kalamata Olives, halved
Optional: freshly sliced lemon
How to a greek salad
a step-by-step guide
This is honestly the easiest salad recipe you'll ever make. Here's how:
Step 1: Cutting
Dice the tomatoes, cucumbers, bell peppers. Cut the feta into 1 cm cubes (1/2 inch). Half the Kalamata olives.
Step 2: Gather
Gather all of the ingredients: the romaine lettuce, feta, bell peppers, tomatoes, cucumbers, kalamata olives in one big salad bowl.
Step 3: Combine
Combine all ingredients into a large salad bowl, drizzle with your favourite greek dressing and serve with freshly cut lemon slices.
That's it. Done! Use it right away or store it in the fridge for up to 3 days.
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Sliced Strawberry & Feta Salad
Published: 7 April 2026 | Category: Sides
Why You'll Love This Recipe
Some weeknights, I would be nice of salads could basically make itself. That's exactly where this easy Strawberry & Feta Salad earns its place in your kitchen. It's the kind of recipe you'll make once and then wonder why didn’t I make this sooner?!
This isn't your average bagged store-bought salad. Its freshly sliced strawberries adds a bright, fresh sweetness that salads from a bag just can't touch, while the salty feta give it that warm, savoury depth that makes everything taste a little more special — even a simple Tuesday night.
The best part? No cooking required! Just chop a few veggies, fruit and cheese. Top with nuts, and you’re done!
What Is Strawberry & feta salad Made Of?
This salad is a sweet and savoury salad that’s poised off with balsamic glaze that makes it shine. This weeknight version keeps things simple and uses fresh ingredients you can easily find at your local grocery store year round.
Sliced Strawberries — the sweet fruit
Spinach - a green salad powerhouse
Fresh feta — cut into small cubes
Sliced almonds — minced, for depth and crunchiness
Balsamic Glaze — finishes this dish and adds body and sweetness
Ingredients
Ingredients:
4-5 cups of spinach
½ lb fresh strawberries, sliced
½ cup feta, cut in 1cm (1/2 inch) cubes
¼ sliced almonds
optional: balsamic glaze, instead of a vinaigrette
How to Make Strawberry & feta salad
a step-by-step guide
This is honestly the easiest salad recipe you'll ever make. Here's how:
Step 1: Cutting
Slice the strawberries and cut the feta into 1 cm cubes (1/2 inch).
Step 2: Gather
Gather all of the ingredients: the spinach, feta, sliced strawberries, sliced almonds.
Step 3: Combine
Combine all ingredients into a large salad bowl, drizzle with balsamic glaze and serve!
That's it. Done! Use it right away or store it in the fridge for up to 3 days.
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The crispy roasted brussels sprouts salad you didn't know you needed
Published: 31 March 2026 | Category: Sides | Total Time: 45 minutes
Why You'll Love This Recipe
I didn’t grow up eating Brussel sprouts. Because of that, it took me a while to get used to cooking them and find efficient ways to use them in the kitchen. In the beginning, they were mushy, bitter, and clearly overcooked. Then I discovered that the secret! Roasting them in a very well pre-heated oven. Yes, high heat!
Roasting brussels sprouts at high heat transforms them completely. The outside crisps up into deep, caramelized leaves while the inside turns tender and slightly sweet. Toss them with a little garlic and salt, and you've got a side dish (or a full-on salad) that people will actually fight over.
This recipe has exactly four ingredients and takes about 45 minutes start to finish, most of which is hands-off oven time. It's the kind of recipe you'll make on repeat all fall and winter.
What you'll need
Ingredients:
1 lb Brussels sprouts, halved
2 tbsp Olive oil
2 tsp Granular garlic
2 tsp Kosher salt
How to Make oven roasted brussel sprouts
a step-by-step guide
This is honestly the easiest side you'll ever make. Here's how:
Step 1: Preheat and prep
Heat your oven to 400°F. While it warms up, trim the stems from your brussels sprouts and halve them lengthwise. The flat cut side is what gets golden and crispy — don't skip this step.
Step 2: Season generously
Toss the halved sprouts with olive oil, granular garlic, and kosher salt until every piece is well coated. Don't be shy — even seasoning is the difference between a good roast and a great one.
Step 3: Roast, cut-side down
Spread them in a single layer on a baking sheet, cut-side down. This is key — direct contact with the hot pan creates that beautiful caramelized crust. Don't overcrowd the pan or they'll steam instead of roast.
Step 4: Wait for golden brown (40–45 min)
Roast for 40 to 45 minutes without stirring. You're looking for deep golden-brown, almost charred edges and crispy outer leaves. Pull them when they look slightly past the point you think you should — that's when they're perfect.
Tips for the best results
Dry your sprouts. Moisture is the enemy of crispiness. If you wash them, pat them completely dry before seasoning.
Use one layer only. Overcrowded pans trap steam. If needed, use two sheet pans rather than piling them up.
Don't open the oven early. Let the heat do its work. Every time you open the door you drop the temperature and slow the roast.
Optional (but tasts amazing!): MAKE IT A FULL SALAD
Once roasted, let them cool for a few minutes and toss with shaved parmesan, toasted walnuts, a squeeze of lemon, and a light drizzle of honey. Serve warm or at room temperature — both are exceptional.
That's it. Done! Use it right away or store it in the fridge for up to 3 days.
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Almost too Pretty to Eat: Beet Burgers!
Published: 7 April 2026 | Category: Sides
Why You'll Love This Recipe
Some weeknights, I would like to have a healthy meal that fall out fo the ordinary, doesn’t take too long to make and doesn’t cost a fortune. That's exactly where this easy Beet Burgers recipe comes in. It's the kind of recipe you'll make once and then wonder why didn’t I make this sooner?!
You won’t be able to find anything like it pre-made, its deep purple colour is absolutely gorgeous, yet the ingredients are always at the store and affordable!
The best part? There’s tons of veggies and packed with protein.
Enjoy!
What Is Beet Burger Made Of?
This patty is made of beet root, mixed with flavourful herbs, eggs. the flour acts as a binding agents. Once cooked, top it off with balsamic glaze makes this burger shine. This weeknight version keeps things simple and uses fresh ingredients you can easily find at your local grocery store year round.
Beets — the sweet, earthy vegetable
Eggs — adds protein. Mixed with the flour, they both work as binding agents
Kosher Salt — adds savoury goodness
Dill — minced, for depth and aroma
Flour — combined with the flour, acts as a binding agent
Garlic - for extra flavour
Optional: Balsamic Glaze — finishes this dish and adds body and sweetness
Ingredients
Ingredients:
2 Beet roots, shaved
2 Eggs, large
½ cup Flour, all purpose
Garlic, 1 clove
2 tbsp Dill
1 tsp Salt, I like using Kosher salt
Optional: Balsamic Glaze to top it off
How to Make Beet Burgers
a step-by-step guide
This is honestly easy patty to make. Here's how:
Step 1: Grate the Beet Root:
Cut the leaf and stem the beet root still has them attached. Rinse the beet root under cool water, rubbing off any dirt that might be on the exterior of the root. Using a grater, grate the beet root.
Step 2: PRess the garlic
Peel and press the garlic clove.
Step 3: Combine and mix
Combine all of the ingredients in a large mixing bowl. With clean hands, mix until well well combined.
Step 4: Refrigerate
Once well combined, put the bowl in the fridge for a minimum of 30 minutes. This rest time will allow the flour and egg mixture time to act as a binding agent, so the burgers will form.
Step 5: cook on stovetop
After 30 minutes, pre-heat a frying pan or grill on the stovetop over medium heat. Remove the beet mixture from the refrigerator. Drain any liquid that may have extracted, and shape the patties with your hands. Cook them over medium heat. Flipping the beet patties once the downside is cooked, roughly 4-5 minutes. Cook the other side for 4-5 minutes.
Step 6: serve!
That's it. Done! Eat them right away or store it in the fridge for up to 3 days.
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Homemade Caesar Dressing (Ready in 5 Minutes!)
This 5-minute caesar dressing is about to become your most-used weeknight secret. Just 7 ingredients, one jar, and a good shake — that's it. Fresh lemon juice and pressed garlic make it taste like so much more than the sum of its parts.
Published: 7 April 2026 | Category: Sauces & Condiments | Total Time: 5 minutes
Why You'll Love This Recipe
Some weeknights, dinner needs to basically make itself. That's exactly where this easy homemade Caesar dressing comes in! It's the kind of recipe you'll make once and then wonder how you ever survived without it!
This isn't your average store-bought Caesar dressing. Its light, fresh and the lemon juice and freshly grated garlic add a bright and citrusy element that bottled versions just can't touch.
The best part? No cooking required. You just add it to a jar, shake it, and it’s done!
This sauce is thinner than some other varieties, so start by adding just a tad, mix your salad and adjust as needed.
What Is caesar dressing Made Of?
This weeknight version keeps things simple and uses fresh ingredients you likely already have on hand. Plus, its the perfect proportion for one salad:
Mayonnaise
Mustard
A neutral oil, such as canola or vegetable oil
Minced Garlic
Lemon Juice
Parmesan
Worcestershire
Ingredients
Makes about ¾ cup | Prep Time: 5 minutes | No cooking required | Perfect for one salad
Ingredients:
Mayonnaise, 1/3 cup
Mustard, 1 tsp
Canola or Vegetable oil, 2 tbsp
Lemon juice, 2 tbsp
Worcestershire, 1 tsp
Minced Garlic, 1 colve
Grated Parmesan cheese, to taste
optional: Salt and pepper, to taste
Equipment:
Mason jar
Citrus press or juicer
measuring cups and spoons
knife and cutting board, or garlic press
How to Make Homemade ceasar dressing
This is honestly the easiest dressing you'll ever make, and you likely already have all of the ingredients at home. Here's how:
Step 1: Mince your garlic clove & press your lemon, if you’re using a fresh lemon.
Step 2: Measure all of the ingredients, adding them to a mason jar one by one.
Step 3: Shake. That's it. You’re done!
Use it right away or store it in the fridge for up to 3 days.
How Long Does Homemade this homemade ceasar dressing Last?
Store your homemade caesar dressing in a sealed mason jar or airtight container in the refrigerator. It will keep well for up to 3 days. Give it a good shake before each use, as the ingredients may separate a little as it sits.
What Can You Use This homemade ceasar dressing on?
This sauce is a weeknight workhorse. Here are some quick ideas:
Ceasar Salad — with or without meat
Caesar Kale Chickpea Salad — it’s one of few dressings that doesn’t feel heavy on a kale salad.
Pasta Salad - add the creamy texture without being too thick.
Dipping Sauce — serve alongside fresh cut vegetables, or grilled meat kabobs
Recipe Tips for the Best homemade caesar Dressing
Use a fresh lemon: They're less bitter than what’s available in a bottle from the store.
Finely mince or press your garlic: When garlic is finely minced, or pressed, you get little bits of fresh garlic in every bite.
Shake, don't stir: A mason jar with a tight lid is the perfect tool here. Shaking emulsifies the mayo better than stirring.
Taste as you go: Everyone's palate is different. If you like it a little more savoury, add a touch of salt. Looking for a little bit of heat, add freshly grated pepper.
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Easy Homemade Teriyaki Sauce (Ready in 5 Minutes!)
This 5-minute homemade teriyaki sauce is about to become your most-used weeknight secret. Just 7 ingredients, one jar, and a good shake — that's it. Fresh orange juice and pressed ginger make it taste like so much more than the sum of its parts.
Published: 26 February 2026 | Category: Sauces & Condiments | Total Time: 5 minutes
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Teriyaki Sauce: Weeknight Hero!
The short answer: This quick homemade teriyaki sauce comes together in under 5 minutes with just 7 pantry staples — soy sauce, fresh orange juice, ginger, garlic, olive oil, brown sugar, and water. Shake it in a jar and you're done.
Why You'll Love This Recipe
Some weeknights, dinner needs to basically make itself. That's exactly where this easy homemade teriyaki sauce earns its place in your kitchen. It's the kind of recipe you'll make once and then wonder how you ever survived without it.
This isn't your average store-bought teriyaki. The fresh orange juice adds a bright, citrusy sweetness that bottled versions just can't touch, while fresh ginger and garlic give it that warm, savoury depth that makes everything taste a little more special — even a simple Tuesday night chicken stir-fry.
The best part? No cooking required. You just shake it in a jar.
This sauce is thinner than some other varieties and is more like a marinade-style sauce. If you’re looking for a thicker sauce, check out the FAQs to learn how to thicken it.
What Is Teriyaki Sauce Made Of?
Teriyaki sauce is a sweet and savory Japanese-inspired glaze traditionally made with soy sauce and sugar. This weeknight version keeps things simple and uses fresh ingredients you likely already have on hand:
Soy sauce — the savoury, umami base
Fresh orange juice — adds natural sweetness and bright citrus flavor (freshly squeezed from one navel orange)
Fresh ginger — pressed for bold, warming heat
Garlic — minced, for depth and aroma
Brown sugar — balances the saltiness with a hint of molasses
Olive oil — adds body and helps the sauce cling to food
Water — thins the sauce to the perfect consistency
Ingredients
Makes about ¾ cup | Prep Time: 5 minutes | No cooking required
Ingredients:
Soy sauce, 1/4 cup
Fresh orange juice (from 1 navel orange, 1/4 cup
Fresh ginger, pressed, 2 tbsp
Garlic, minced, 1 clove
Water, 2 tbsp
Olive oil, 2 tbsp,
Brown sugar, 2 tbsp
How to Make Homemade Teriyaki Sauce
This is honestly the easiest sauce recipe you'll ever make. Here's how:
Step 1: Squeeze your orange. You need about ¼ cup of fresh juice — one large navel orange should do the trick perfectly.
Step 2: Press your ginger. A garlic press works great for this. Freshly pressed ginger has so much more flavor than the powdered stuff.
Step 3: Mince your garlic clove and add it to a mason jar along with all the remaining ingredients — soy sauce, orange juice, ginger, water, olive oil, and brown sugar.
Step 4: Put the lid on and give it a really good shake until the brown sugar dissolves and everything is combined.
That's it. Done! Use it right away or store it in the fridge for up to 3 days.
How Long Does Homemade Teriyaki Sauce Last?
Store your homemade teriyaki sauce in a sealed jar or airtight container in the refrigerator. It will keep well for up to 3 days. Give it a good shake before each use, as the ingredients may separate a little as it sits.
Pro tip: Make a double batch on Sunday and use it throughout the week on chicken, salmon, noodles, or roasted vegetables.
What Can You Use This Teriyaki Sauce On?
This sauce is a weeknight workhorse. Here are some quick ideas:
Teriyaki chicken — marinate for 30 minutes, then grill or pan-fry
Salmon — brush on before baking or pan-searing
Stir-fry — toss with vegetables and noodles or rice
Ground beef bowls — drizzle over seasoned beef and steamed rice
Tofu — marinate and bake or pan-fry until caramelized
Dipping sauce — serve alongside spring rolls, dumplings, or grilled skewers
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use bottled orange juice instead of fresh?
You can in a pinch, but fresh orange juice makes a noticeable difference. It's brighter, fruitier, and less sugary than most bottled OJ. Since this is a no-cook sauce, the fresh flavour really shines.
Can I make this teriyaki sauce gluten-free?
Yes! Simply swap the soy sauce for tamari or a certified gluten-free soy sauce. Everything else in the recipe is naturally gluten-free.
How do I thicken this teriyaki sauce?
This recipe makes a thinner, marinade-style teriyaki sauce. If you'd like it thicker for glazing, pour it into a small saucepan and simmer over medium heat for 3–5 minutes, or whisk in ½ teaspoon of cornstarch mixed with 1 teaspoon of cold water.
Can I use ground ginger instead of fresh?
Fresh is strongly recommended here — it has a brighter, more vibrant flavour. If you must substitute, use ½ teaspoon of ground ginger in place of the 2 tablespoons of fresh pressed ginger.
Is this teriyaki sauce the same as store-bought?
Not exactly — and that's a good thing! Homemade teriyaki sauce skips the preservatives, artificial flavors, and excess sodium found in most bottled versions. The fresh orange juice and ginger make it taste noticeably brighter and more complex.
Recipe Tips for the Best Teriyaki Sauce
Use a navel orange. They're sweeter and less bitter than other varieties, and they're easy to juice by hand.
Press, don't grate, your ginger. A garlic press gets every bit of juice and flavor out of fresh ginger without the stringy fibers.
Shake, don't stir. A mason jar with a tight lid is the perfect tool here. Shaking emulsifies the olive oil better than stirring.
Taste as you go. Everyone's palate is different. If you like it a little sweeter, add a touch more brown sugar. More savory? A splash more soy sauce does the trick.
Easy Homemade Teriyaki Sauce Recipe Card
Prep Time: 5 minutes | Cook Time: 0 minutes | Total Time: 5 minutes |
Yield: About ¾ cup | Storage: Refrigerator, up to 3 days
Ingredients
¼ cup soy sauce
¼ cup fresh orange juice (from 1 navel orange)
2 tbsp fresh ginger, pressed
1 garlic clove, minced
2 tbsp water
2 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp brown sugar
Instructions
Add all ingredients to a mason jar or jar with a tight-fitting lid.
Shake well until the brown sugar is fully dissolved and the sauce is combined.
Use immediately, or store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Shake well before each use.
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