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4 Simple Marinades That Add Serious Flavor
We all know the secret is in the sauce. Marinades can really make or break a meal, and since they make such a huge difference, we wanted to round up some of our all-time favorite flavor combinations — so you can say goodbye to bland and make every dinner a savory success.
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Turns out, at-home peanut sauce is surprisingly simple to make. Start with some creamy peanut butter, mix in water, apple cider vinegar and some ranch seasoning, and there you have it. Thai-inspired flavor in no time.
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We’re especially proud of this one. The tartness of the orange juice concentrate balances out perfectly with the Dijon mustard and ranch dressing. Serve on its own or on top of a salad for a light meal on a hot day.
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Mushrooms have a meaty and earthy flavor that pairs outstandingly well with the robust flavor of this butter and balsamic-vinegar-based marinade.