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Crêpe Suzette is a French dessert consisting of thin pancakes folded or rolled and served in a sauce made from butter, sugar, and orange liqueur, such as curaçao or Grand Marnier. The dish is often flambéed at the table with a liqueur like cognac, adding a dramatic flair and a hint of caramelized flavor. The name is believed to be derived from a nickname for a French actress, Suzanne Reichenberg. This dessert has been a popular dish since at least 1922.123

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