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Kelchner's Horseradish Sauce, Creamy 6 oz
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Kelchner's Horseradish Sauce, Creamy 6 oz

Kelchner's
6 oz
Available at Foodtown
25
Calories
0g
Protein
1g
Sugars
80mg
Sodium
24
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Kelchner's Horseradish Sauce (Creamy, 6 oz) sits squarely in the condiment aisle, often stacked near mustards, mayonnaise, horseradish jars and cocktail sauces or on an endcap with specialty sandwich toppers. The small 6-ounce jar is designed for pantry convenience and the label leans on heritage—“Since 1938”—positioning the brand as a classic, reliable accompaniment rather than a trendy newcomer. Shoppers reaching for this jar are typically planning roast beef sandwiches, prime rib or holiday roast menus, weekend barbecues, deli-style platters, or are looking for a quick way to spice up potato salad and Bloody Marys. The product reads as traditional and straightforward: creamy texture, pale off-white color flecked with pepper, a tangy vinegar lift and a sharp horseradish bite that clears the palate. It spreads easily with a knife, dollops into sauces, or is stirred into dressings and dips. Marketing leans on longevity and craft—“when it can be made better, we will make it”—which appeals to shoppers seeking nostalgia and dependable flavor rather than organic or kid-targeted claims. Label wording includes familiar ingredient names and a modest “natural flavor” entry but there is no organic certification or explicit health halo; the jar suggests pantry staple rather than health food. Processing context: this is a prepared, commercial condiment made by combining horseradish with emulsifiers, oil and stabilizers to create a shelf-ready sauce. Sensory rituals around it are communal and savory: passing the jar at the table, adding a swipe to a roast, or mixing a tablespoon into a creamy dip for guests.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 tbsp
Servings per Container: 11
Calories25
% Daily Value*
Total Fat2g3%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Sodium80mg3%
Total Carbohydrate2g1%
Total Sugars1g
Added Sugars1g2%
Protein0g
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Ingredients

Contains:, Horseradish,, Water,, Distilled, Vinegar,, Soybean, Oil,, Sugar,, Food, Starch,, Salt,, Egg, Yolks,, Mustard, Flour,, Natural, Flavor,, Black, Pepper,, Lemon, Juice, Concentrate,, Vitamin, E..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • Soybean Oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • Soybean Oil - Processed emulsifier
No Seed OilNo Emulsifier

Dietary Labels

This product is not vegan, is gluten-free, and is not organic.

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:4 / 4

Ultra-Processed

Why this score?

This is an industrially formulated condiment containing multiple processed ingredients (soybean oil, food starch, natural flavor, emulsifying egg yolks, additives) typical of ultra-processed foods, rather than a single minimally processed ingredient.

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Common Questions about Kelchner's Horseradish Sauce, Creamy 6 oz

Well, 'healthy' can be a bit subjective! This creamy horseradish sauce is low in calories and has just 2 grams of total fat per serving, making it a decent condiment choice for adding flavor without loading up on calories. However, it does have added sugars and soybean oil, so it's best enjoyed in moderation, especially if you're watching your sugar or oil intake.

Perfect For

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game-day-prep
holiday-baking

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