A corn casserole is one of those dishes that works well as either a filling meal or as tasty side. And for us, of course, it’s even better when it’s spiced up! It adds an edge to this feel-good food. This is one very versatile …
Talk about incredible fusions of flavor — coconut lentil soup is all that, with its irresistible mix of spices, creaminess, and eatable heat. It’s also pretty healthy, full of fiber, vitamins, and healthy fats. This one makes an excellent lunch meal, plenty hearty to keep …
What could be more perfect on a cold winter evening than a large bowl of spicy chestnut soup? This is a hearty bowl, with delicious chunky pieces of chestnut and the salty delight that is crushed bacon bits. It’s earthy, meaty, nutty, and fiery all …
Here’s an easy pico de gallo recipe that takes no time at all to make, from prep to table in under 20 minutes. That’s a lot of flavor in a little time. We love this salsa fresca as a spicy side (a great alternative to …
Like a little smoky edge to your sauces? Don’t ignore what chipotle peppers can quickly bring to the table, particularly in simple ketchup-based sauces like cocktail sauce. This chipotle cocktail sauce brings plenty of horseradish spiciness but adds an earthy, smoky zip via chipotle in …
This one is a no-brainer for Bloody Mary fans. Turn your classic ketchup into a zesty condiment version of the popular cocktail! It’s tangy, peppery, and fiery — like a good spicy Bloody Mary should be. This is a delicious traditional ketchup alternative for french …
These chili and rosemary bread balls are a delicious alternative to bread rolls, and perfect as a side for pasta, soups, and red meats. The heat comes from serrano pepper in this recipe (medium-heat, 10,000 to 23,000 Scoville heat units), but you could opt to …
A baked rice pudding with pumpkin, cinnamon, nutmeg and half a teaspoon of cayenne, plus how hot it is, how to adjust it, what to serve with it and how long it keeps.
Pumpkin cubes roasted with chipotle powder, garlic and turmeric, plus how hot it is, how to adjust it, what to serve with it and how to use the leftovers.
This chili and zucchini bake is a perfect summer side dish for all sorts of barbecue. Plus, it’s a great way to use up all those extra tomatoes and zucchini from the garden. The recipe calls for both chili powder (100% pepper, not the blend) …
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