Sauces

Creating mouth-watering sauces at home has always been challenging. With Vitamix, you can master a variety of sauce recipes that will elevate any dish, from pasta to grilled meats. Whether you're a novice or an experienced chef, our easy sauce recipes are designed to be simple and versatile. Let's dive into homemade sauces and discover how Vitamix can transform your cooking.

The Essentials of Homemade Sauces

Homemade sauces are the cornerstone of many delicious meals. They add flavour, texture, and complexity to dishes, making them more enjoyable and satisfying. You can create a wide range of homemade sauces using Vitamix with minimal effort and maximum flavour. For fussy eaters in the family, you can also use the Vitamix to hide many different veges and your family members will be none the wiser!

Classic Tomato Sauce

One of the most popular types of sauces is the classic tomato sauce. This versatile sauce can be used in a variety of dishes, from pasta to pizzas. Here’s an easy homemade tomato sauce recipe you can whip up in your Vitamix.

Ingredients:

• 6 ripe tomatoes
• 1 onion, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh basil leaves

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Ingredients: Blanch and peel the tomatoes. Chop them into quarters.
2. Sauté the Aromatics: In a pan, heat olive oil and sauté onions and garlic until translucent.
3. Blend Everything: Add the tomatoes, sautéed onions, garlic, salt, and pepper into the Vitamix. Start your machine on the lowest speed and then quickly increase to highest speeed. Blend until smooth.
4. Cook the Sauce: Pour the blended mixture back into the pan and let it simmer for 20-30 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add basil leaves in the last few minutes of cooking.

For more inspiration, check out our What You Can Make page.

Creamy Alfredo Sauce

A rich and creamy pasta sauce recipe, Alfredo sauce is a favourite for many. This sauce can be made effortlessly with Vitamix, perfect for fettuccine or any other pasta.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 cup butter
• 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Parsley for garnish

Instructions:

1. Melt the Butter: In a pan, melt butter over medium heat.
2. Add Garlic: Sauté garlic until fragrant.
3. Blend the Sauce: Add heavy cream, melted butter, garlic, and Parmesan cheese into the Vitamix. Start your machine on the lowest speed and quickly increase to highest speed. Blend until smooth.
4. Heat and Serve: Pour the mixture back into the pan and heat gently. Add salt and pepper to taste. Serve over cooked pasta and garnish with parsley.

Pesto Sauce

A staple in many kitchens, pesto is a vibrant and flavourful homemade pasta sauce that pairs perfectly with various dishes. Here’s how to make pasta sauce that’s fresh and delicious.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups fresh basil leaves
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/2 cup olive oil
• 1/4 cup pine nuts
• 2 cloves garlic
• Salt to taste

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Ingredients: Gather all ingredients.
2. Blend Everything: Add basil leaves, Parmesan cheese, olive oil, pine nuts, garlic, and salt into the Vitamix. Start your machine on its lowest speed and quickly increase to highest speed. Blend until smooth.

Experimenting with Different Sauces

The beauty of using Vitamix is its ability to handle a variety of cooking sauces. From smooth and creamy to chunky and rustic, your Vitamix can create different sauces to suit any palate. Here are a few more ideas to get you started:

• Bechamel Sauce: A white sauce perfect for lasagnas and casseroles.
• Chimichurri: A zesty green sauce ideal for grilled meats.
• Hollandaise Sauce: A rich, buttery sauce perfect for eggs Benedict.

Conclusion

Making delicious, homemade sauces has always been challenging. Not anymore. With Vitamix, your culinary possibilities are endless, from easy sauce recipes to more complex creations. Ready to elevate your sauce-making game? Vitamix offers a range of bundles and accessories that include everything you need to get started.