A1 sauce (formerly A.1. Steak Sauce) is an old condiment that dates back to 1824 and was originally produced in the United Kingdom. The company that produced the sauce has changed hands and ownership several times over the last 100 or more years (read more about the history of A1 Sauce) and is currently owned by Kraft Foods. In addition to the "Original" sauce there are other flavored sauces and marinades produced today.
The original sauce was marketed for years as a steak sauce but it has a myriad of other uses. you can find A1 steak sauce recipes here. You can use the sauce as a marinade, add to a meatloaf, add to grilled meats and even salad dressings.
If you don't have A1 sauce you can make your own flavorful substitute by combining:
These substitutes will work well when using it with other ingredients like a meatloaf or casserole.
This is a standard grocery store item. Look for it in the condiments section of your store. It is also a standard grocery item on Walmart.com and Amazon.com: A1 Sauce
Tomato Puree (Water, Tomato Paste), Vinegar, Corn Syrup, Salt, Raisin Paste, Crushed Orange Puree, Spice, Dried Garlic, Caramel Color, Dried Onions, Potassium Sorbate (to Preserve Freshness), Xanthan Gum, Celery Seed.
A1 sauce on a plate