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 …
Rice pudding is a classic family favorite – a perfect fall and winter recipe that’s as feel-good as it is flavorful. And with the addition of cayenne pepper, we can add fantastically fiery to that list, too. Spiced pumpkin rice pudding brings all of this …
There’s nothing more warming than pumpkin in fall, that is until you add some chipotle of course! Spicy chipotle baked pumpkin offers a healthy side of smoky spice to go alongside your favorite meat dish. If you prefer a little less heat, you can hold back …
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) …
Turn up that soy! Sure, soy sauce with a little wasabi thrown in adds some tasty heat to sushi, pot stickers, and other Asian dippables. But how about going the hot pepper route? It’s easy to do, and the heat hits in a totally different …
Shishito peppers are known for their ability to surprise. One in ten of these chilies will pack more of a low-medium wallop than their typical super-mild simmer. It’s not so far as jalapeño heat, but it’s there, and you’ll know. That’s what makes blistered shishito …
Artichoke dip – and its tasty yet mild flavor – is brought to life with a little jalapeño pepper and paprika boost. The heat does stand out here, so if you prefer a milder level of spiciness with your food, start with only one jalapeño …
We’ll say it upfront — this is not a healthy recipe in any way. But these deep-fried jalapeño cream cheese bread rolls are quick to make and deliciously creamy and fiery. They make an excellent fast snack and are a great way to use up …
For those cheese fans out there that also love some spicy food (we know you’re out there in droves!), this is a recipe for you. Sriracha and cauliflower cheese soup is creamy and filling, with plenty of Rooster Sauce bite. Plus, it’s a really simple …
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