In 1987, game and fish department authorities in New Mexico gave farmers permission to shoot deer out of season. The reason? The deer were raiding chile pepper fields–a heinous crime in our state. They ate two acres of pods and severely damaged three additional acres. Although such deer depredations are unusual, they illustrate the fact that peppers damaged by more things than insects and disease.
They call it Tater Salad
Potato salad is a dish made from boiled potatoes that comes in many versions in different regions of the world. Though called a salad, it is generally a side dish, as it usually accompanies the main course.
Red Boats – Spicy stuffed peppers
Stuffed chiles and peppers are among our favorites and new recipes with us often arise from ingredients that are right there – must still away – like last week before a trip. Sometimes this really great creations coming out, like here in our “Red boats” – long pepper with an upbeat potato and cheese filling. Highly recommended for your enjoyment!
The Way of the Bun: A Quickie on Grilling Etiquette
Last weekend, a good buddy of mine took it upon himself to open the lid on my grill and check the food.
Right after I’d just checked it myself.
You do not second guess someone when they’re grilling unless the grill is consumed in fire. My friend’s lucky he’s stringy or he’d have been the next course. Not because I’m into long pig– I’m not a cannibal. I am, however, a firm believer in object lessons. Especially to any would-be violators of my grill second guessing my work. I have plenty of friends so I can afford to cook one here and there.
Vindaloo Voodoo: Recipe
Earlier this week, we ran Mike Stines’s feature Lamb: It’s Not Just for Easter Anymore over at the Super Site. The Vindaloo recipe packs a .50 caliber heat wave so we’re excerpting it here. Enjoy!
Bookmark This Handy Guide to Cooking Oils
Which cooking oil to use when? Find out here.
Capsaicin Genes Found in Tomatoes
Researchers have discovered that the gene responsible for producing capsaicin, the chemical that makes chile peppers hot, appears in tomatoes…
