Smoking meat has become a beloved tradition for even amateur pit masters, but like every popular trend, there is always controversy. For smoked meat, that controversy is cancer. There are a number of studies that stand behind that some smoked and grilled meats have cancer-causing carcinogens, but is it true?
Mild to Wild: If I was stuck on an Island with 5 hot sauces…
If I were stranded on an island with nothing but the clothes on my back and five hot sauces to spice up the wild boars and fish that wander into my banana leaf net, these five would be my picks:
Mild to Wild Pepper and Herb Company: What is the Scoville Chart?
Depending on how brave someone is, most people prefer to have a general idea of how spicy a pepper (or any food) is before they bite into it. To avoid a nasty surprise, or to choose peppers to test your mettle, you can check out the Scoville Chart before tasting hot peppers.
Red Savina Habanero: One of the Hottest Peppers in Town
So, you say you like things spicy, at least your food, that is. Well, how about trying one of these fiery babies? Eat a Red Savina Habanero, one of the hottest peppers in town. Need something to tingle your taste buds and open your sinuses? These guys will do the trick. Until the discovery of the Ghost and Scorpion peppers, … Read More
Smoking Meat by Popping Pellets? Great Barbecue Without the Stress
Smoking meat by popping pellets? How to make great barbecue without the stress. Watch a barbecue competition in person or on television and you’ll usually see pit masters tossing logs into really big smoking rigs. It’s what most people think of when they think of great tasting meats, whether its ribs, brisket or pulled pork. But for most backyard barbecuers, that investment in … Read More
Mild to Wild: What’s Next After Growing Your Own Peppers?
You’ve had an abundant season of growing peppers. Hot peppers, sweet peppers, and everything in between. And now the harvesting season of your peppers is here. Your baskets are full, your jars and freezer bags are ready and you have an entire weekend to spend preserving your little garden gems. There are many methods of preserving peppers. Let’s explore some of the more … Read More
How to Grow Peppers Indoors During the Winter
If you’re a fanatic for peppers, you likely want a great home-ground supply year-round. Starting your growing season in the winter by growing peppers indoors is a great way to jump-start your access to great ingredients!
Mild to Wild: A Brief Guide to Smoking Meat
The most wonderful smoked meat is meat that is flavorful, tender and juicy. While smoking meat, even at a low temperature (200-225 degrees) it is possible to overcook the meat. This can result in tough, dry and rubbery meat. My best suggestion is to prepare the meat correctly. Never smoke frozen meat. It is best to start with room temperature meat. It … Read More
Strategies for Grilling Effectively with Barbecue Sauce
Just like cooking meat, applying barbecue sauce on the grill is an art form. Too much and you lose the flavor of the meat, too little and you don’t even taste that great sauce. When it comes to grilling with barbecue sauce, not only do you need to get the portions right, but you need to know when to apply … Read More
Cooking with Hot Sauce for the Holidays: Mild to Wild
If you’re a hot sauce lover, you probably have lots of different ways to use it in your everyday cooking, but how about cooking with hot sauce for the holidays? You might be surprised where hot sauce can appear with a little imagination! Make your own pepper sauce and then use it to glaze your turkey for a special treat; … Read More