stovetop

Nothing beats home-made sauce. It's worth the effort just to fill your kitchen with its spicy aroma, not to mention the way a spoonful can transform an everyday burger or grilled cheese sandwich.

Similar to red pepper jelly but spicier, this sweet-hot jelly is wonderful served with soft cheese or in a glaze for chicken.

Capture tomatoes at their peak of ripeness, then use them in sauces and soups all year long.

Sweet, sour, spicy and crunchy, this salsa is great on burgers or quesadillas or served with tortilla chips as a snack.

Summer trips to Japan with my parents and older sisters gave us precious time together while I was in high school. Throughout the years, we’ve developed a collection of gluten-free Japanese recipes that we enjoy making at home, like this delicately light miso cod. —Jannell Lo