Cuckoo for Rocoto Peppers: A Flavor Profile of a Unique Pepper
The Rocoto Pepper (Capsicum pubescens) is a plump pepper that looks more like an apple or pear than a long, stringy pepper-like jalapeño cousin.
In fact, its attributes might make the Rocota the less attractive cousin with its black seeds, hairy leaves, and thick flesh - much like a bell pepper.
Yes! The Easter Pepper is a Real Thing and It’s Amazing!
The Chili Pepper Institute in New Mexico (part of New Mexico State University) knows a thing or two about growing chili peppers. They happened to breed a new type of pepper known as the NuMex Easter Pepper.
Its stunning bouquet of yellow, red, orange and purple peppers gives this spicy arrangement a springtime feel.
Hot Dads: Founding Fathers Were First to Plant Peppers
As if being #1 and #3 Presidents and authoring the Constitution and the Declaration of Independence were not enough, George Washington and Thomas Jefferson were talented gardeners as well. Both were the first Presidents to dip their green thumbs into planting peppers.
New Mexico: The Spiciest State in America?
The chile is the official vegetable of the state of New Mexico. Here are some fun facts about why New Mexico may be the “spiciest” state in the U.S.
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