Matt Bray 
My assumption before tasting Tabasco Scorpion Pepper Sauce was the heat wouldn’t really burn me, because, well….it’s made by Tabasco. How hot would they make it, really? Oh was I wrong about that. This scorpion pepper hot sauce brings real spiciness to the table, much …
Madras curry is known for being spicier than your average Thai curry, and that’s certainly true here. This recipe leans into the cayenne pepper – undoubtedly medium heat on the pepper scale (30,000 to 50,000 Scoville heat units). But if that’s too much heat, it’s …
If you’re looking for a little purple pop for your landscaping or garden, purple peppers are an excellent option. They draw the eye not only with their rich royal color, but also with their unique shapes. And, of course, there’s that heat that makes chilies …
A six-ingredient Thai pumpkin soup that is ready in about thirteen minutes. Red curry paste and coconut milk do the work; the canned pumpkin is there for body, which is why this lands nowhere near pumpkin pie.
Jalapeño popper chicken soup is the type of feel-good that just makes you smile. It’s creamy and hearty with just enough kick from those fresh jalapeño peppers. It’s a perfect game day lunch too – all the things you love about jalapeño poppers in a …
While Aleppo pepper has grown in popularity for authentic Mediterranean cuisine, it’s notoriously difficult to find. Good luck finding it at your local grocery store, and even spice shops have a hard time keeping it on the shelf, mainly due to conflicts in this chili’s Syrian …
Carrot soup is always a go-to when you need a little comfort food goodness. Sweet and earthy, it’s a soup that delivers on the most meh days. But how about amping that comfort up a notch? How about some comfort food with something to say? …
Peppers are a beautiful fruit in that they come in a variety of colors. Peppers change color as they ripen, but how long does it take? Do all peppers change color similarly? And do they need to stay on the vine to change color, or …
Mixing spicy and sweet is always a favorite combo of ours. Take these slow cooker pulled pork tacos. The pork gets some serious smoky heat through a healthy portion of chipotle peppers with adobo sauce. And the salsa made with cherries and peaches just complements it …
Calabrian peppers are packed with flavor — smoky, fruity, and even a touch salty. Its depth is part of its culinary charm. So, where do you turn when you need a Calabrian pepper substitute? Which chilies match well in terms of flavor? Which are your …
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