Make Do Pink Sauce

Whip up a quick and creamy delight with this "Make Do Pink Sauce," a versatile condiment that combines pantry staples into something extraordinary. In just 5 minutes, you’ll transform mayonnaise, ketchup, and heavy cream into a luscious, rosy-colored sauce, perfectly balanced with a touch of garlic powder, paprika, lemon juice, and a hint of sweetness. Whether you’re drizzling it over pasta, serving it as a savory dipping sauce, or using it as a zesty condiment, this no-cook recipe is easy to prepare and bursting with tangy, creamy flavors. With its simple ingredients and multi-purpose appeal, this pink sauce is your new go-to for elevating meals in a pinch. Perfect for quick weeknight meals or last-minute entertaining, this recipe is sure to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 39/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:5 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 0.5 cup Mayonnaise
• 0.25 cup Ketchup
• 0.25 cup Heavy cream
• 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 0.25 teaspoon Paprika
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.125 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Lemon juice
• 0.5 teaspoon Sugar

Directions

Step 1

In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the mayonnaise and ketchup. Mix until the color is consistent and the two ingredients are fully blended.

Step 2

Slowly stir in the heavy cream to create a smoother and creamier sauce texture.

Step 3

Add the garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until all the seasonings are evenly incorporated.

Step 4

Stir in the lemon juice and sugar. Adjust the sweetness and tanginess to your liking by adding a bit more sugar or lemon juice if necessary.

Step 5

Taste the sauce and make any final adjustments to the seasoning.

Step 6

Serve immediately as a pasta sauce, dipping sauce, or condiment. Alternatively, store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	251 grams (251.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1133

Total Fat 106.40g	136%
Saturated Fat 19.90g	99%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 178mg	59%
Sodium 1133mg	49%
Total Carbohydrate 41.70g	15%
Dietary Fiber 0.40g	1%
Total Sugars 12.90g
Protein 0.40g	1%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 6mg	0%
Iron 0mg	2%
Potassium 35mg	1%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 85.0%

Protein: 0.1%

Carbs: 14.8%