Chili Pepper News

Got chilies growing in your garden? There’s a good chance you should prepare to harvest those beauties soon. And that means you’ll need to know how you’re going to make your chili peppers last throughout the winter. There are plenty of ways to preserve your peppers, such as oven drying, freezing, and canning. Each one comes with its own pros and cons, not to mention the amount of effort you need to invest

There are chili peppers and then there are super hot peppers that will feel more as if they are biting your face off than the other way around. Anyone that’s ever tried more than one fresh chili knows the difference. And, if you’re maniac enough to eat 22 Reapers in 60 seconds (yes, that’s happened), you really are able to spot the difference between a Jalapeño and a super hot pepper.

There are some things that people just go crazy over like chocolate or chilies. You know what we mean; some people just have a glimmer in their eyes when they even think about these foods. Of course, chili and chocolate aren’t the only ones; you’ll find people that flip for cheese or hamburgers or wine. You can make a few good pairs out of those and in rare instances, you may even be able to mix all three together for an incredible evening. But, chili and chocolate are natural bedfellows. And, they have been since both were linked to, well,...

Peppers are delicious. They’re filled with health benefits. They boost your metabolism and add a kick to your meals. They’re colorful, and you can prepare them in such crazy ways. And, let’s face it there are ever so many varieties, from jalapeños to reapers. But, for f***s sake, stop smoking them. Chili peppers are not meant for smoking. (Though smoked peppers are delicious.) Seriously. Don’t smoke jalapeños in a bong or vape reapers. It’s a dumb idea.