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1946-1969 - American Postwar Suburban Home Cooks and Entertainers
Jezebel sauce, a bright combination of fruit preserves, mustard, horseradish, and chili flakes, is served chilled over cream cheese as a classic American appetizer. Popularized in the postwar suburban era, this dish reflects mid-20th-century cocktail party trends emphasizing easy-to-prepare yet visually appealing party foods.
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Difficulty
Easy
Prep time
10 minutes
Cook time
0 minutes
Total time
10 minutes
Servings
6
Region
Mississippi and Gulf Coast community-cookbook kitchens
Era introduced
1946-1969
Introduced by
American Postwar Suburban Home Cooks and Entertainers
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Jezebel sauce gained popularity during the postwar prosperity period of 1946-1969, when Americans embraced easy and colorful party foods in suburban homes. Combining ingredients like fruit preserves and spices to create a sweet and spicy sauce served over cream cheese, Jezebel sauce reflected a fascination with new appetizers that could be prepared ahead and served at cocktail parties or holiday gatherings.
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