Matt Bray 
Paprika vs. chili powder: one’s a single spice and the other’s a blend. How they differ in heat, flavor and color, where chili powder came from, and when you can swap them.
Bring on the guacamole extreme! So you want to experience new heights of heat in your homemade guacamole? Get ready for this. Habanero guacamole may look like your normal appetizer dip or Mexican side, but underneath all that smooth green is an explosion just waiting …
Is salsa good for you? Mostly, yes: about 10 calories per two tablespoons and mostly vegetables. Here’s what’s in it, what the chilies add, and why sodium is the thing to watch.
You’re growing jalapeños, seeing the fruits age, and likely salivating like Pavlov’s dog to get them from plant to plate. But when’s the right time? What should you look for that’ll signify when to pick jalapeños for the absolute best flavor? Well, that depends on whether you want them for fresh use or for drying. Let’s review both so that you’ll have the best flavor possible.
How to preserve chili peppers by freezing, drying, pickling and fermenting, which method suits what, how long each keeps, and why peppers in oil belong in the fridge.
There’s nothing like seeing the tiny seeds you gently nurture grow into thriving, robust plants bearing some of the hottest eats in the world. Start the seeds indoors in containers, preferably in a sunny windowsill or on a countertop that gets lots of light. Your seedlings will need at least six hours of sunlight. Most hot peppers grow best in warm environments, so the warmer the spot, the better the seedlings will do.
Big heat and big taste! Ready for the next step in spicy hot wings? Mango habanero wings will entice you with their tropical sweetness, then kick you to the curb with intense habanero heat. If you’re planning a party with spicy food fans, you can glaze …
Cayenne pepper is one of the most popular chilies in the world, and not only for its life as a staple spice in your rack. In fact, if you use it only to spice your food, you are missing out on many practical – and often creative – uses of this hot pepper, whether that’s in fresh, dried, or powdered form. Here are nine top cayenne pepper uses that’ll give you a new take on this chili.
If you’re like us and love spicy Old Bay seasoning, this grilled Old Bay salmon recipe is sure to be a keeper. The flavors pair perfectly – the rich, meaty salmon is bold enough to compliment the strong Old Bay spice, not be overwhelmed by it as some lighter fishes can be. Try it with some grilled asparagus or a light summer salad – it’s a quick and tasty meal!
Growing cayenne pepper is relatively simple, providing you manage a few variables carefully. Like many peppers, their biggest problems are temperature and water content of the soil. However, care and attention easily keep these problems from becoming your problems and allow for a good harvest.
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