Sauces

Tangy rhubarb with sweet dried figs get a kick of heat from English mustard and seeds in this great accompaniment for a weekend cheeseboard

A versatile marinade that adds depths of flavour to whichever meat you choose to barbecue, while also tenderising the flesh. Balsamic adds tang and gives a gorgeous caramelised finish

An easy all-purpose homemade sauce that can be used either as a glaze towards the end of cooking, or as a relish. It’s great on hot dogs or with barbecued chicken

First developed during the second world war when tomatoes were in short supply, banana ketchup is a classic condiment in Filipino kitchens

A wonderful accompaniment to summer salads and sandwiches

It might seem like a lot of faff to make your own brown sauce, but this is well worth it, and makes a wonderful accompaniment to sausage rolls

This ketchup has a thin consistency similar to Worcestershire sauce and can be used in the same way to add depth of flavour to stews, casseroles or any savoury dish. Try adding it to baked beans

Sainsbury’s Cornish sardines come from the port of Newlyn, and are certified sustainable by the Marine Stewardship Council (MSC). Increase the number of sardines to serve as a main course, and add some crusty bread or new potatoes

Gorgeous with cold cuts and the cheeseboard, or as a homemade gift