A pickup truck full of cacti paddles was a common sight in northern Mexico during the dry season when I was growing up. Cattlemen would harvest them from the wild
Apricot-Almond Empanaditas
Using frozen puff pastry makes short work of these delicate pastries. These are best when served immediately but can be filled in advance and refrigerated until serving time.
Ice Cream with Smoked Apples
While you’ve got the smoker going, why not throw on dessert after the main course? Apples smoke in 45-90 minutes
Armenian Lamb Brochettes
No matter how you spell it—shisk kabob or sis kebabi—this robust specialty features skewered chunks of meat and onions marinated in oil and spices and then grilled over an open flame.
Creamy Cheesecake with Pomegranate Topping
Cool the heat from your chile-spiked dish with a slice of this rich cheesecake. Fresh pomegranates in the topping make this a beautiful, unforgettable dessert.
2020 Fiery Foods Show Recap
If you’re going to find yourself caught in a fiery whirlwind, I recommend the National Fiery Foods and Barbecue Show.
Growing Habaneros
The habanero relatives that we have collected and planted over the years are but a small fraction of the total number of pod types in the species. However, they paint a fascinating picture of the world of this intriguing species of chile pepper.
