We love growing poblano peppers in our garden. Not only are they prolific, they’re a great pepper to give away to friends, family and neighbors. Not all of our friends like the super hot varieties. When harvest time comes around, we always have an abundance of peppers to use up in the kitchen. Most people …

It’s not uncommon for us to have an abundance of banana peppers when harvest season comes around. Typically, we make loads of pickled banana peppers and give them to our friends and family. But, we wanted to try something a bit different with our banana peppers. Imagine having all those pickled flavors blended up into …

Prior to Chipotle, barbacoa remained a dish relatively unknown outside Tex-Mex culinary cultures. However, the origin of the dish dates back hundreds of years and spans several countries. There are three key elements that stand the test of time for making the best barbacoa: A well-marbled cut of beef, the right aromatics, and slow cooking …

Of all the many beautiful colors that peppers come in, purple may be the most rare. You’re probably more familiar with green, orange, red, and yellow peppers. So, in this article, I’ll share 11 amazing purple peppers that you can grow in your own backyard! There are sweet, spicy, and even superhot varieties to choose …

Everyone seems to be making their own hot sauce these days. UFC’s Dustin Poirier has a surprisingly delicious buffalo-style sauce on the market. The Offspring’s Dexter Holland has the tasty Gringo Bandito collection… And now, Ed Sheeran has released his own hot sauces called Tingly Ted’s. Tingly Ted’s Hot Sauce Review and Flavor We were …

Poblano peppers are one of the many chile varieties that are harvested before they are fully ripe. This makes it difficult to know when to pick poblano peppers for the perfect flavor and texture. In this article, I’ll share some simple tips to know when to harvest poblanos. Thankfully, poblano peppers are edible at any …

We originally got the idea for a spicy chocolate fudge when a friend gifted us a delicious tin of spicy chocolates one year. There is something magical that happens when chocolate and spice come together. If you’ve ever had Mexican hot chocolate, you know exactly what I’m talking about. And, it’s no secret that we …

Whether you’re deciding at the grocery store, or cooking a pot of spicy soup, you may wonder: How hot are jalapeño peppers? In this article, you’ll learn how spicy jalapeños typically are, both in terms of the Scoville scale and compared to other hot peppers. Plus, what makes jalapeños hot, and how can you make …

Pepper plants need evenly moist soil to produce the best possible harvest. With consistent, deep watering, your peppers will produce the best quality fruits. However, there comes a point when the plants have had enough water. Any more, and you put the plant at risk of unnecessary stress. In this article, I’ll share 7 signs …

If you are new to growing peppers, you will likely want to know how long they will take to grow. Peppers take longer to grow than many other common vegetable crops. If you’re looking for a short-season plant, peppers aren’t a great choice! However, the longer wait is well worth it for the delicious outcome …