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One of the easiest, tastiest snacks you can make is pickled banana peppers! We always have a jar in our fridge to dress up sandwiches and eggs. It is not uncommon for us to throw a pickled banana pepper on top of a buttery cracker and a piece of cheddar cheese. Midnight snack anyone? Banana …
It happens all too often – you plant what seems to be a sensible number of pepper plants in the spring, only to be overwhelmed with tons of bell peppers in the early fall. Thankfully, this is a good problem to have. In this article, we’ll share the best way to freeze bell peppers. This …
Growing up, we are usually told that peppers and tomatoes are vegetables. Fruits, on the other hand, include apples, pears, peaches and other, more sweet foods that can are mostly eaten fresh, as a snack. But what would you say if a botanist asked you whether a pepper is a fruit or a vegetable? Today, …
Dehydrating peppers is a fantastic way to store fresh peppers for a long time. Removing the moisture from fresh chilies inhibits the growth of molds, making them shelf stable for months. Whether you’re cooking with them, creating a spicy seasoning, or flavoring a pot of soup, dried peppers are an amazing ingredient! We always have …
The chile de arbol is an incredibly popular pepper variety from Mexico well known for its use in a powdered form. While it is incredibly common in Mexican cuisine, it is only gradually making its way across the world. If you are looking for a chile de arbol substitute, we’ve got you covered. Thankfully, this …
Habanero peppers are one of the easiest spicy peppers to grow yourself. They are also cheap to purchase in bulk at the supermarket. After a bountiful harvest, you may wonder if you can freeze your habaneros for long term storage. In this article, we’ll cover our easy steps for freezing habanero peppers properly. In just …
If you love the flavor and spice of jalapeños, but want the versatility of a bell pepper, then poblanos may be your perfect pepper. These dark green, triangular-shaped peppers are almost as large as bells, but they also have a touch of heat. Thankfully, poblano peppers are also very easy to grow, and can be …
When it comes to peppers, we’re definitely geeky about unique varieties and scorching heat. However, we think mini sweet peppers are under-appreciated. They’re incredibly versatile, satisfying, and they’re good for you! Sometimes you don’t want to chop up an entire bell pepper. Other times, you’re looking for a slightly sweeter crunch. Enter… the mini sweet …
Habanero pepper plants are rather prolific. Because of this, you may harvest more pepper pods than you know what to do with. Here are some great ideas on what to do with habanero peppers. Here at Pepper Geek, we absolutely love habanero peppers. Sure, we get excited about unique pepper varieties, but there is a …
Serrano peppers are fairly common in grocery stores across the globe. They offer higher heat than a jalapeno, and a smaller size. If a recipe calls for them, you may need a serrano pepper substitute. In this article, I’ll share some of our favorite alternatives for serrano peppers that will work in a pinch. Depending …