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Stuffed Jalapeños With Bacon

Bacon and spice is a perfect combo if you ask us, and it all comes to life in this stuffed jalapeños with bacon recipe. It makes a great appetizer before the big game or at a barbecue party. The ingredients are simple, but the taste is …

Air Fryer Paprika Fries

by Matt Bray

These air fryer paprika fries are a quick, easy, and incredibly flavorful treat. Perfectly crispy and deliciously seasoned—they are tasty both as a side dish or a satisfying snack on their own. This is a recipe that’s a serious testament to how simple things can …

Spicy No-Sugar Baked Beans

by Matt Bray

Brown sugar is a staple for many tasty baked bean recipes- it’s earthy and sweet, perfect for the rustic flavor of this popular BBQ side. But that extra sugar isn’t the best option for everyone. If you’re cutting the sugar from your life, here’s a …

Chili Chestnut Stuffing With Sausage

by Nicola Turner

Chili chestnut stuffing with sausage is a riff on a holiday classic that can be enjoyed all year round. It’s delicious served with any meat, from holiday turkey to summer steaks. We keep it simple in terms of ingredients, but feel free to experiment with …

Spicy Cowboy Beans

by Matt Bray

Wrangle up your family and friends and enjoy some fiery grub. This spicy cowboy bean recipe – featuring a lot of pork – is chock full of flavor. And the heat? There are multiple sources here: fresh jalapeño pepper, cayenne pepper powder, and chili powder …

Orange And Avocado Salsa

by Nicola Turner

Here’s a delicious and fruity spin on salsa that pairs perfectly with grilled chicken breast or fried fish. Orange and avocado salsa brings both spiciness and a citrusy-sweetness to your meal. It’s delicious as both an appetizer or as a side. We use one orange …

Fiery Sriracha Fries

by Matt Bray

Potatoes are a perfect pairing with hot sauces and chili powders. These root vegetables just soak in the delicious heat and unique flavors of whatever coats them. So Sriracha meet the Russet, and be ready to meet your new favorite fry. It’s a pairing destined …

Spicy Thai Fried Rice

by Matt Bray

Eat as a side or a meal… This spicy Thai fried rice recipe is delicious as a side to most any Thai meal, but it’s hearty enough to eat as a meal in its own right. We use steak here, but you can sub in shrimp …

Spicy Green Bean Casserole

by Matt Bray

A smoky, fiery take on the green bean classic…

Here’s a little twist on the classic green bean casserole that many of us grew up with. It has all of the cream of mushroom goodness you expect, but the added kick is smoky chipotle pepper powder. Chipotle’s smokiness is so good with the earthy flavor of the mushrooms, and its jalapeño-level heat is still pretty family-friendly, particularly with the amount we use here.

Keep the recipe handy for any time of year. Spicy green bean casserole is one of those versatile sides that works just as well as a BBQ side as it does next to a holiday ham or turkey. Plus, it’s an excellent way to use a ton of those fresh green beans from your garden (though canned cut green beans work well too).,

Jalapeño Creamed Corn

by Matt Bray

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 not an overwhelming heat here, more a slight sizzle that most everyone in the family can enjoy.

If you want more spiciness, try using serrano peppers instead, if your supermarket carries them. They have typically double the heat with a comparable bright, grassy flavor. They tend to be smaller in size, so you may need to adjust the amount you use in the recipe.