This spicy-sweet sauce has a surprising link to Steel Magnolias.

For that, we have aclassic recipe for Jezebel Saucethat calls for just six ingredients.

However, many states claim the recipe, including Mississippi, Louisiana, Alabama, Texas, and Florida.

Southern Living Jezebel Sauce in a jar

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Why Is It Named Jezebel Sauce?

“When they finally put Bucky Dupuy behind bars…I went wild,” says Annelle.

“I was drinking, smoking…”

“…Jezebel!”

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What’s In Jezebel Sauce?

All ingredients get combined and placed into a jar to chill in the refrigerator.

The longer it sits, the more the flavors meld together for the perfect punch of sweet and heat.

Basically, anywhere you could pull out the preserves, Jezebel Sauce makes for a zingy addition.