Looking for a vegetarian chili substitute to all the meat chilies out there? Spicy black bean mushroom chili is one of our all-time slow cooker favorites. The mushrooms are a perfect meat alternative, giving the chili just enough thickness. Plus, they soak in those spices …
We all know the hot sauce, but how about the chocolate? Yes, Tabasco spicy chocolate is a thing, and a pretty good thing at that. I received some as a gift recently (thanks Jonathan and Maria from Bullseye Strategy), and I’m happy to report in …
Spicy popcorn is one of our personal spicy snack favorites. Now add in a little sweet and you get a snack that’ll impress the entire family. This recipe features cayenne pepper as the heat source and a bit of brown sugar for the sweetness. Both …
Two hot peppers that look pretty similar, but are they really that similar in taste and heat? Can you find them in supermarkets? And how prevalent are they in products on the shelves?
Let’s break down the similarities and differences across four rounds in our PepperScale Showdown. If you want more information on either chili, be sure to read our specific posts on each: the serrano pepper and the jalapeño pepper.
I had never heard of the Todd’s Dirt brand before, until one Christmas in my home state of Maryland I received a jar of Todd’s Chesapeake Dirt seasoning (once called Todd’s Crabby Dirt) as a stocking stuffer. Yes, even Santa knows I love things spicy. …
What kitchen is complete without a black pepper grinder? Right there with salt, it’s a staple. Everyone from foodies to fast food junkies can’t live without a dash of this spice. And while not as pungent as our favorite hot peppers, it still adds a little dash of heat to a meal.
But really how much do you know about it? What is black pepper? Is it related to hot peppers? And most importantly is black pepper good for you? Let’s take a closer look at this spice that we eat nearly every day.
Looking for a spicy recipe that has that “nestle up at home” good feeling? This slow cooker Asian beef stew certainly does the trick. It hits the spot as comfort food, perfect for the chillier months, but no slouch for the summer either. The warmth fits …
Summer is not complete without a tasty margarita. And a spicy margarita takes things to a whole other level. Here’s a favorite that’s full of spicy-sweet goodness. Try chilling up a pitcher-full for a summer barbecue party – totally refreshing. For the habanero hot sauce …
No hot sauce brand comes close to Tabasco in terms of availability. Tabasco is everywhere – from supermarkets to major chain restaurants. But my favorite of the bunch isn’t the original (though that’s seriously tasty too). It’s Tabasco Chipotle sauce.
That smoky tang…it’s just right. If you like the earthy taste of barbecue and other smoked dishes, then you’ll want a bottle of this in your cupboard. Soon you may find that you’re putting a few drops of it in nearly everything. No kidding – it’s that good.Â
If you’re prone to acne, you may have noticed flair-ups after eating spicy foods like hot peppers. Are they linked? Does spicy food cause acne? Or is this simply a case of ill-timed coincidence?
Truth be told, the food itself typically doesn’t cause acne, but the side effects of eating spicy foods like hot peppers certainly increase the chances of a breakout occurring. That’s especially true if you’re not used to eating spicy foods.Â