Gravy & Sauces

A good gravy or sauce can turn the simplest ingredients into a meal that feels complete.

Here you’ll find easy Gravy & Sauces recipes made for real-life cooking - from basic freezer gravy and creamy white sauce to mushroom, onion, red wine and pepper variations that make everyday dinners feel a little more special.

Many can be made ahead, frozen in useful portions and reheated whenever dinner needs a quick finishing touch.

Start with one simple base, then choose the flavour that works with whatever you already feel like cooking.

The Recipes

Gravy

Creamy white bechamel sauce dripping from a wooden spoon into a ceramic bowl for freezer prep.

Sauces

Hand pouring savory brown gravy from a white porcelain boat over fresh vegetables for a freezer batch recipe.

Two spoons of homemade Egyptian Dukkah spice blend with toasted nuts, seeds, and garlic on a wooden board.

A glass jar filled with homemade spiced plum sauce on a dark wooden surface with a metal spoon.

A glass jar filled with bright pink pickled red cabbage and a dried bay leaf on top for a tangy homemade side dish.

Chutney

Homemade sticky toffee sauce dripping from a wooden dipper into a clear glass jar on a wooden surface.

A glass jar of homemade slow-cooked spiced apple butter with fresh apple slices on a white wooden table.

Quick Answers

Are recipes free?

Yes, all recipes on this page are completely free to use.

Can I submit recipes?

Absolutely! We welcome your favorite recipes to share with the community.

We add new recipes every week to keep your meal ideas fresh and exciting.

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Can I print recipes?

Yes, each recipe has a print-friendly version for your convenience.

Reviews

What home cooks say about these recipes

I tried the Fish Pie recipe last night, and it was a hit with my family. Simple, fresh, and full of flavor! It's hard to find a seafood recipe that everyone enjoys, but this one ticks the boxes