Matt Bray 
There’s both sweet and heat in these honey Old Bay wings. The famous Chesapeake seasoning brings its own subtle paprika-based spice, but sprinkle a little cayenne with the honey and you have a nice little bite, too. They’re perfect for game day or the family party. …
Whether over barbecue, grilled chicken, or savory desserts, this easy raspberry habanero sauce recipe delivers a spicy tang that’ll wake up everyone’s tastebuds. Our favorites: try it over vanilla ice cream or (as pictured below) atop cheese and crackers. It’s basic, but both are oh …
As far as “chop and combine” salads go, this is one of the most delicious we’ve tasted. It’s so simple: pineapple, black beans, avocado, and jalapeño pepper, of course, to light the match. The bright grassy flavor of the jalapeño pepper not only brings heat, it …
Habanero, peach and mango all pushing the same tropical direction, with red onion and lime the only things holding it back. One pepper across eight servings, fifteen minutes, no cooking.
There are many chili pepper varieties, all of which you can consume fresh and most of which you can preserve by drying. So is there a discernable difference in the amount of heat between the fresh and dried versions of the same chili? Sometimes the …
Ready to bring a little flair to that typical “vanilla” potato salad? Jalapeño peppers bring a medium heat to the side, adding a lively pop to your lunch or BBQ meal. It’s a family-friendly spiciness, so the whole family can enjoy. A few dashes of Tabasco …
Chipotle peppers and chocolate are a pairing made heaven. Chipotle’s smoky and earthy undertones pair so well with rich and earthy chocolate. So what’s a better vehicle than chocolate chip cookies to get these two flavors together? The answer is, in Spinal Tap form…None. None more …
Ancho, cocoa nibs, cinnamon and clove infused into vodka, with wormwood and gentian root pulling the finish dry. A few dashes bring mole’s smoky, chocolaty side to an Old Fashioned, a Manhattan, or anything built on tequila.
You’re going to love these spicy chicken strips. It’s not only the breading that has kick, it’s also the meat. The chicken tenders are marinated in buttermilk and Tabasco hot sauce. Then, things get extra spicy with a breading featuring both paprika and cayenne pepper. …
Dark, sweet cherry is one of the few flavors that can stand up to a habanero without getting flattened, and this sauce puts them together on purpose. Cider vinegar keeps it tangy, chipotle powder adds a curl of smoke, and the habanero brings the fire. …
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