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Chipotle Cornbread

A bold bread for BBQ... Smoky and fiery, chipotle cornbread is one of those perfect spicy barbecue sides. Pair it with grilled steaks, ribs, or another hearty meat - particularly if they are a little spicy as well - and you have one bold meal in the making. Feel free to experiment with the … [Read more...]

Jalapeño Creamed Corn

Smooth with a mild kick... Creamed corn is always a deliciously smooth and slightly decadent side. Who doesn't love a base of butter, cream cheese, and cheddar? It's delish, especially when we introduce a little jalapeño pepper to the mix. A few jalapeños provide a tasty kick to creamed corn. It's … [Read more...]

Spicy Quinoa Salad

A healthy, yet bold meal... Healthy sure doesn't need to be boring, and chili peppers are always a perfect way to liven things up in our book. Jalapeño pepper meet healthy quinoa and let the games begin. Either black or white quinoa can work here, but black quinoa we believe tastes the best in this … [Read more...]

Spicy Chana Masala

Chickpeas with attitude... Cayenne pepper brings the sizzle to this chana masala recipe. This chickpea-based Indian favorite is delicious served simply with naan bread or try it atop rice or couscous to make more of a meal of it. It's a perfect side dish for Indian meals, especially if you're … [Read more...]

Spicy Potato Wedges

A hearty BBQ side... Big meats deserve a big side. And few are bigger than spicy potato wedges. These bold eats pack plenty of potato along with a cacophony of spicy spices. Chili powder, cayenne pepper, and paprika all play a part, along with many other spice rack staples to bring a ton of flavor … [Read more...]

Smoky Chipotle Potato Salad

A simple earthy side... Looking for something simple and smoky to pair with your grilled meats? This smoky chipotle potato salad is a perfect match. It's not thick on the sauce - instead it lets the chipotle peppers and adobo sauce do their job to provide a nice smoky heat to the potato side. Feel … [Read more...]

Bombay Potatoes

An aromatic and exotic potato side... If you're thinking curry for dinner, Bombay potatoes should be right in tow. Chock full of exotic Indian flavors and fiery spices, they are a perfect pairing for bold curries and other hearty Indian dishes. The heat comes from many sources here: cayenne pepper, … [Read more...]

Chipotle Sweet Potato Fries

Sweet fries with a touch of fiery smokiness... For those that love sweet potato fries, it's a ton of fun to pair them with fiery flavors. The sweetness here is one of those perfect foils for spicy spices And then there's that smokiness of chipotle pepper. It's so many flavors in one - sweet, smoky, … [Read more...]

Ranch Style Beans

Better than canned by a long shot... Sure, you need some planning, but homemade ranch style beans are a world better than what you'll pick up in a can. Most of the recipe is slow cooker time and the prep is mainly rehydrating your pinto beans and ancho peppers, so the effort needed for this recipe … [Read more...]

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 … [Read more...]