A sweet and spicy side… Matching the earthy sweetness of carrots with butter and brown sugar is already a delicious pairing. But when you add in some chili powder and a pinch of cayenne powder? Now we’re talking a spicy side delight. This is a great side dish for roasted turkey, ham, or even steak, […]
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Ornamental Peppers Guide: The Bold And The Colorful
Chili peppers are more than good eats. There’s a whole world of ornamental peppers out there that are hallmarks of edible landscaping. From multi-colored beauties to fruits that are black as night, these hot peppers are bred to accentuate their looks, adding a real sense of drama to a space. Our ornamental peppers guide showcases […]
Spicy Pomodoro Sauce
The fresh taste of tomato and basil with heat! Sometimes it’s the simple sauces that make the best meals. Case in point: spicy pomodoro sauce. It’s the fresh taste of tomato, basil, Parmigiano Reggiano, and garlic (plenty of garlic) and then there’s that kick. A little crushed red pepper turns things up a notch. Try […]
Spicy Apple Chips
A perfect healthy on-the-go spicy snack… Fruity sweet, crisp, and spicy – spicy apple chips are a real healthy treat, especially if you’re the “on the go” type.Put a handful into a ziploc bag and go! They are perfect for lunches and afternoon snacks. The recipe mixes cinnamon and cayenne pepper powder. It’s a perfect […]
NuMex Big Jim: Large As They Come
Chilies up to a foot long… Scoville heat units (SHU): 2,500 – 3,000 Jalapeño reference point: Equal heat to 3 times milder Origin: United States Products and seeds: NuMex Big Jim on Amazon New Mexican peppers are often big bodied – from Anaheim peppers to Hatch chilies they are meaty and thick. But none hold a […]
Halt That Heat! How To Make Salsa Less Spicy
There are quite a few ways that you can wind up with an overly spicy salsa. For one thing, many recipes will tell you to use a certain quantity of chopped jalapeño peppers but omit the fact that jalapeños can vary wildly in heat. This means that even if you follow the recipe’s measurements exactly, […]
Spicy Pumpkin Bread
Beyond spiced… Now this is truly a spicy pumpkin bread. It’s not just deliciously spiced with the warm flavor of pumpkin pie spice – it has real pepper heat that simmers alongside. All it takes is half a teaspoon of cayenne powder to bring a little edge to the bread. Feel free to experiment with the […]
Chipotle Brussels Sprouts
A smoky, earthy side… In our book, happiness is a bowl of roasted Brussels sprouts. There’s just something about the earthy, bitter flavor of these little gems that brings a smile to our faces. They make for an excellent base for experimentation, too. Chipotle powder, with its smoky heat, makes for an excellent match, especially […]
Filius Blue Pepper: Indigo Bite
Beautiful blue hues with cayenne level heat… Scoville heat units (SHU): 30,000 – 50,000 Jalapeño reference point: 4 to 20 times hotter Origin: Mexico Products and seeds: Filius Blue pepper on Amazon Shades of blue are one of the least common color schemes of pepper plants. The Filius Blue, therefore, stands out among ornamental peppers, […]
Black Peppers Guide: Dramatic Looks All Around
Chili peppers are often known for their bright and bold colors – from shades of green and red, to bold purple, sunny orange, and subtle cream. But few may be as dramatic as black peppers. They may not be as prevalent as the colorful chilies you’ll find throughout the pepper scale, but those that are […]
