# Copycat Taco Bell Mild Sauce

- Cuisine: Mexican
- Category: Sauce & Condiment
- Language: en

## Ingredients

- 1 15 oz can plain tomato sauce
- 1 cup water
- 1 1/2 tbsp white vinegar
- 2 tsp granulated sugar
- 1 1/2 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 3/4 tsp fine salt
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/4 tsp ground cumin
- 1/16 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1 tsp cornstarch
- 1 tbsp cold water

## Instructions

1. Combine everything except the cornstarch and 1 Tbsp cold water in a saucepan.
2. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook uncovered, stirring occasionally.
3. Mix the cornstarch with the cold water, whisk it into the sauce, and cook until lightly thickened.
4. Let it cool and refrigerate.

## Equipment

- saucepan

## Tips

- The flavor gets even better once it’s chilled!

## Source

- Original video: https://www.facebook.com/share/r/18J8WfQFFu/
- Creator: Pantry to Plate
- Recipe page: https://www.cliprecipe.com/recipe/11275e31-a235-4230-9fa4-270363b9f2f6
- Extracted: 2026-09-22

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