Have extra hot peppers sitting around? Hot pepper vinegar is easy to make and looks beautiful in the kitchen. And, best of all, it lasts a long time. It’s a southern dining table staple, often found next to salt and pepper and providing a mellow …
A five-minute smoked paprika aioli made with mayonnaise, garlic and lemon, plus which smoked paprika to buy, how to make it hotter or smokier, and what to serve it with.
Molten green… Looking for a way to up the spice of your tangy tomatillo-based salsa verde? Adding in habanero pepper is a sure-fire way to create a salsa with sweat in mind. This habanero salsa verde recipe also has a layer of sweetness, too. It …
A Mediterranean spicy kick! Hummus and chili peppers, like jalapeños, go very well together. It’s the combo of beans and lime juice – the earthy and tart – that go so well with the spice. Best of all, creating a delicious spicy dip, like this …
A warm, creamy party dip from a block of cream cheese and your favorite salsa, with fresh jalapeño. Ready in about 10 minutes.
A fresh take for taco night… Tired of that jarred salsa on taco night? You can pull together a quick taco salsa in no time at all! The fresh taste really helps bring tacos to life. Plus it’s a simple recipe that even the kids can …
Orange juice boiled down with a habanero and finished with honey makes a tangy, sweet and fiery sauce for shrimp, chicken and even dessert.
It doesn’t take much to turn your traditional pesto into something a lot spicier. Jalapeño pesto is very simple to make; it’s an excellent way to amp up the flavor of pasta and appetizers. Is jalapeño not spicy enough for you? We understand. Take a …
We love this spicy pumpkin soup not just because it’s fiery, but because it literally uses a big portion of all that’s spicy from the spice rack. You’ve got chipotle, paprika, chili powder, and cayenne pepper powder all in one dish. Oh yeah, it’s tasty. …
Add some spicy zip to hamburgers and hot dogs… Turn a typical barbecue into something with a lot more spice by upgrading those condiments. This basic jalapeño relish puts the “HOT” in hot dog, and it tastes incredible on burgers too. It’s a refreshing mix …
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