A squeeze of comeback sauce can reinvent any old dish into something truly special.

This weekend, whip up a big batch of comeback sauce for yourparty food spread.

It’s a savory way to incentivize children (and adults too!)

Southern Living Comeback Sauce served with chicken tenders and fries

Credit:Morgan Hunt Glaze, Food Stylist: Julian Hensarling, Prop Stylist: Phoebe Hausser

to eat their veggies.

A squeeze of comeback sauce can reinvent a tiredturkey sandwichinto an exciting new lunch.

(If you’re making it for kids, then turn down the heat in the sauce).

Southern Living Comeback Sauce ingredients

Credit:Morgan Hunt Glaze, Food Stylist: Julian Hensarling, Prop Stylist: Phoebe Hausser

The best part about comeback sauce is that it’s so easy to make.

), salt, garlic powder, onion powder, pepper, and dry mustard.

Once everything is well blended, chill it in the refrigerator and enjoy for up to a week!

Southern Living Comeback Sauce stirring the sauce ingredients together

Credit:Morgan Hunt Glaze, Food Stylist: Julian Hensarling, Prop Stylist: Phoebe Hausser

A kissing cousin of remoulade, this versatile sauce famously originated in a Greek restaurant in Jackson, Mississippi.

Sweet, tangy, spicy, salty, and savory notes come together for a perfectly balanced result.

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for easy grabbing whenever the mood strikes.

Southern Living Comeback Sauce stirring the sauce together

Credit:Morgan Hunt Glaze, Food Stylist: Julian Hensarling, Prop Stylist: Phoebe Hausser

To make it, simply stir all ingredients together to combine, then cover and chill before serving.

It works on just about anything.

Cover and chill:

Cover and chill 30 minutes before serving.

Southern Living Comeback Sauce served with chicken tenders and fries

Credit:Morgan Hunt Glaze, Food Stylist: Julian Hensarling, Prop Stylist: Phoebe Hausser

Frequently Asked Questions

Comeback sauce is creamy, tangy, sweet, savory, and mildly spicy.

With such a balanced flavor profile, it’s almost impossible to resist.

While these two dipping sauces may be similar, they have distinct flavor profiles.