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Pesto is a sauce that originated in Genoa, Italy. It is made from crushed garlic, pine nuts, salt, basil, and a hard cheese like Parmigiano-Reggiano.

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Pesto is a sauce that originated in Genoa, Italy. It is made from crushed garlic, pine nuts, salt, basil, and a hard cheese like Parmigiano-Reggiano.

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You might recognize tzatziki from Greek or Middle Eastern dishes. This condiment is typically made from yogurt, cucumbers, garlic, olive oil, herbs, and lemon juice.

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You might recognize tzatziki from Greek or Middle Eastern dishes. This condiment is typically made from yogurt, cucumbers, garlic, olive oil, herbs, and lemon juice.

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False! Vodka is one of the main components of vodka sauce. Although only a little is used during the cooking process, it releases many of the flavors from the other ingredients.

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False! Vodka is one of the main components of vodka sauce. Although only a little is used during the cooking process, it releases many of the flavors from the other ingredients.

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This thick, dark brown spread is known as Vegemite, an Australian product made from leftover brewers' yeast extract with vegetable and spice additives.

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This thick, dark brown spread is known as Vegemite, an Australian product made from leftover brewers' yeast extract with vegetable and spice additives.

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Although this condiment may look similar to marinara sauce, harissa is a Tunisian hot chili pepper paste made from peppers, spice, herbs, and olive oil.

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Although this condiment may look similar to marinara sauce, harissa is a Tunisian hot chili pepper paste made from peppers, spice, herbs, and olive oil.

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False! The first documented hollandaise recipe was actually written by La Varenne in one of the most influential cookbooks of all time, Le Cuisinier François. Despite its origin, Sauce hollandaise translates to "Dutch sauce."

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False! The first documented hollandaise recipe was actually written by La Varenne in one of the most influential cookbooks of all time, Le Cuisinier François. Despite its origin, Sauce hollandaise translates to "Dutch sauce."

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Peanut sauce, also known as satay sauce, is primarily made from peanuts, coconut milk, soy sauce, tamarind, galangal, garlic, and spices like cumin or coriander. It tastes delicious on meat, vegetables, and noodle dishes!

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Peanut sauce, also known as satay sauce, is primarily made from peanuts, coconut milk, soy sauce, tamarind, galangal, garlic, and spices like cumin or coriander. It tastes delicious on meat, vegetables, and noodle dishes!

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Miso is a Japanese fermented soybean paste that can be used to make various sauces and spreads. Mixing miso with dashi soup stock creates miso soup, a Japanese culinary staple.

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Miso is a Japanese fermented soybean paste that can be used to make various sauces and spreads. Mixing miso with dashi soup stock creates miso soup, a Japanese culinary staple.

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Fry sauce is typically a combination of one part tomato ketchup and two parts mayonnaise. It is used as a condiment in many parts of the world, but it is very popular in the state of Utah.

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Fry sauce is typically a combination of one part tomato ketchup and two parts mayonnaise. It is used as a condiment in many parts of the world, but it is very popular in the state of Utah.

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Sauerkraut is a finely-sliced fermented cabbage. "Sauerkraut" is a German word, but the dish originated in other parts of Central and Eastern Europe.

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Sauerkraut is a finely-sliced fermented cabbage. "Sauerkraut" is a German word, but the dish originated in other parts of Central and Eastern Europe.

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A Chicago-style hot dog is said to be "dragged through the garden" due to its sheer number of toppings. These include yellow mustard, chopped white onions, sweet pickle relish, a dill pickle spear, tomato slices or wedges, pickled sport peppers, and celery salt, all tucked into a poppy seed bun.

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A Chicago-style hot dog is said to be "dragged through the garden" due to its sheer number of toppings. These include yellow mustard, chopped white onions, sweet pickle relish, a dill pickle spear, tomato slices or wedges, pickled sport peppers, and celery salt, all tucked into a poppy seed bun.

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Peanut butter is a spread made from ground, dry-roasted peanuts. The U.S. is the leading exporter of peanut butter—the country consumes an average of $800 million worth of peanut butter per year.

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Peanut butter is a spread made from ground, dry-roasted peanuts. The U.S. is the leading exporter of peanut butter—the country consumes an average of $800 million worth of peanut butter per year.

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This condiment is Tartar sauce, a mayonnaise-based condiment made with pickles, lemon juice, and herbs. Tartar sauce is often used as a condiment for fried seafood.

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This condiment is Tartar sauce, a mayonnaise-based condiment made with pickles, lemon juice, and herbs. Tartar sauce is often used as a condiment for fried seafood.

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Hummus is a dip or spread made from chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice, and garlic. It originated in the Middle East but has become a popular dish around the globe.

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Hummus is a dip or spread made from chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice, and garlic. It originated in the Middle East but has become a popular dish around the globe.

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Brown sauce, served primarily in the U.K. and Ireland, can be sweet, tart, or peppery, similar in taste to Worcestershire sauce.

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Brown sauce, served primarily in the U.K. and Ireland, can be sweet, tart, or peppery, similar in taste to Worcestershire sauce.

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In Arabic, "hummus" translates directly to "chickpeas," which is its main ingredient!

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In Arabic, "hummus" translates directly to "chickpeas," which is its main ingredient!

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This is soy sauce, a salty liquid condiment that originated in China. Soy sauce is made from fermented soybean past, roasted grain, brine, and a specific kind of fungus called Aspergillus sojae. It boasts a strong umami flavor.

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This is soy sauce, a salty liquid condiment that originated in China. Soy sauce is made from fermented soybean past, roasted grain, brine, and a specific kind of fungus called Aspergillus sojae. It boasts a strong umami flavor.

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There are three types of balsamic vinegar, all of which are produced in Italy. Traditional balsamic is made in Modena and the neighboring city of Reggio Emilia.

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There are three types of balsamic vinegar, all of which are produced in Italy. Traditional balsamic is made in Modena and the neighboring city of Reggio Emilia.

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Pico de gallo, or salsa fresca, is a type of salsa made from chopped tomato, onion, and serrano peppers, with lime juice, salt, and cilantro.

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Pico de gallo, or salsa fresca, is a type of salsa made from chopped tomato, onion, and serrano peppers, with lime juice, salt, and cilantro.

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Kimchi is made from salted and fermented vegetables along with a variety of seasonings and spices, such as garlic, ginger, and gochujang.

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Kimchi is made from salted and fermented vegetables along with a variety of seasonings and spices, such as garlic, ginger, and gochujang.

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Duck sauce is a sweet and sour sauce that is translucent orange in color. It is used as a dip for deep-fried dishes like spring rolls, duck, chicken, and wonton strips.

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Duck sauce is a sweet and sour sauce that is translucent orange in color. It is used as a dip for deep-fried dishes like spring rolls, duck, chicken, and wonton strips.

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Ketchup is a tangy and sweet condiment made from tomatoes, vinegar, and sugar. What are fries without ketchup?

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Ketchup is a tangy and sweet condiment made from tomatoes, vinegar, and sugar. What are fries without ketchup?

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Nacho cheese is a processed cheese sauce served as a dip with tortilla chips.

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Nacho cheese is a processed cheese sauce served as a dip with tortilla chips.

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True! In 1834, Dr. John Cook Bennet sold ketchup pills, marketing them as a medical miracle that could cure every ailment under the sun.

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True! In 1834, Dr. John Cook Bennet sold ketchup pills, marketing them as a medical miracle that could cure every ailment under the sun.

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Worcestershire sauce is a fermented condiment that originates from the city of Worcester in Worcestershire, England. It usually contains a variety of vinegars, sugars, and spices, as well as garlic, onion, salt, and anchovies.

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Worcestershire sauce is a fermented condiment that originates from the city of Worcester in Worcestershire, England. It usually contains a variety of vinegars, sugars, and spices, as well as garlic, onion, salt, and anchovies.

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False! Truffles are a fungus that grow underground.

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False! Truffles are a fungus that grow underground.

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False! Guacamole was first invented by the Aztecs back in the 1500s. It is derived from word ahuaca-mulli which literally translates to "avocado sauce" or "concoction."

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False! Guacamole was first invented by the Aztecs back in the 1500s. It is derived from word ahuaca-mulli which literally translates to "avocado sauce" or "concoction."

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This condiment is honey mustard, a type of mustard made with a combination of herbs, spices, and honey.

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This condiment is honey mustard, a type of mustard made with a combination of herbs, spices, and honey.

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Caramel is made by heating different types of sugar and butter.

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Caramel is made by heating different types of sugar and butter.

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The iconic green-capped Huy Fong Sriracha bottle is unmistakable. This condiment is a hot sauce made from chili pepper paste, vinegar, garlic, salt, and sugar.

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The iconic green-capped Huy Fong Sriracha bottle is unmistakable. This condiment is a hot sauce made from chili pepper paste, vinegar, garlic, salt, and sugar.

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Cocktail sauce consists of ketchup, Tabasco, Worcestershire sauce, lemon, and horseradish.

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Cocktail sauce consists of ketchup, Tabasco, Worcestershire sauce, lemon, and horseradish.

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Similar in texture to mayonnaise, aioli is a sauce made from garlic, salt, and olive oil. It can be found in many Mediterranean cuisines.

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Similar in texture to mayonnaise, aioli is a sauce made from garlic, salt, and olive oil. It can be found in many Mediterranean cuisines.

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Wasabi comes from a plant in the horseradish and mustard family. Wasabi paste is used as a powerful condiment for sushi and other foods.

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Wasabi comes from a plant in the horseradish and mustard family. Wasabi paste is used as a powerful condiment for sushi and other foods.

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This Spanish sauce is typically comprised of charred tomatoes, red pepper, garlic, nuts, and oil.

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This Spanish sauce is typically comprised of charred tomatoes, red pepper, garlic, nuts, and oil.

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This thick, fragrant sauce is called hoisin. Hoisin is usually made from ingredients such as soybeans, fennel, red chili peppers, and garlic.

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This thick, fragrant sauce is called hoisin. Hoisin is usually made from ingredients such as soybeans, fennel, red chili peppers, and garlic.

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Sour cream is a dairy product that has been fermented by the addition of certain bacteria.

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Sour cream is a dairy product that has been fermented by the addition of certain bacteria.

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True! Marmalade is a fruit preserve made from the juice and peel of citrus fruits like oranges or grapefruits, which is boiled with sugar and water to create a sweet spread.

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True! Marmalade is a fruit preserve made from the juice and peel of citrus fruits like oranges or grapefruits, which is boiled with sugar and water to create a sweet spread.

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Relish is a condiment made from chopped pickles, vegetables, fruits, or herbs.

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Relish is a condiment made from chopped pickles, vegetables, fruits, or herbs.

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Chutneys have many different forms and ingredients. The chutney pictured above is made from peaches.

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Chutneys have many different forms and ingredients. The chutney pictured above is made from peaches.

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There are no serrano peppers in this dressing! Green goddess dressing is made from mayonnaise, sour cream, chervil, chives, anchovy, tarragon, lemon juice, and pepper.

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There are no serrano peppers in this dressing! Green goddess dressing is made from mayonnaise, sour cream, chervil, chives, anchovy, tarragon, lemon juice, and pepper.