24 Hot Pepper Recipes That’ll Spice Up Your Summer

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24 Hot Pepper Recipes That’ll Spice Up Your Summer1/24 Bacon-Wrapped Jalapeno Poppers 72 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Bacon-Wrapped Jalapeno Poppers Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 1 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: There’s no faster way to get a party started than with these bacon jalapeno poppers. Make them ahead and bake just before serving. Even the those who are intolerant of hot peppers will love them. —Dawn Onuffer, Crestview, Florida Nutrition Facts: 1 stuffed pepper half: 66 calories, 5g fat (3g saturated fat), 15mg cholesterol, 115mg sodium, 3g carbohydrate (3g sugars,

0 fiber), 2g protein

0 fiber), 2g protein. 2/24 Chicago-Style Hot Giardiniera 5 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Chicago-Style Hot Giardiniera Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 8 cups Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I have been living in Chicago for many years and have grown to love the spicy giardiniera served at restaurants. So I developed my own to use at home. We love it on everything from eggs to sandwiches and even pizza! —Andrea Quiroz, Chicago, Illinois Nutrition Facts: 1/4 cup: 80 calories, 8g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 174mg sodium, 2g carbohydrate

(0 sugars, 0 fiber), 0 protein

(0 sugars, 0 fiber), 0 protein. Find more of our top serrano pepper recipes. 3/24 Green Chile Shredded Pork 6 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 6 hours 10 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Pork green chili made in the slow cooker always makes my hungry family happy. Getting creative with the leftovers is part of the fun. —Mary Shivers, Ada, Oklahoma Nutrition Facts: 2 filled tortillas (calculated without optional toppings): 559 calories, 15g fat (5g saturated fat), 85mg cholesterol, 1032mg sodium, 62g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 4g fiber), 42g protein. 4/24 Three-Pepper Guacamole 1

Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 fat

Review Test Kitchen Approved Three-Pepper Guacamole Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 25 min Servings 4 cups Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: If you’re serious about guacamole, use a molcajete. The lava stone makes a big difference on the pepper paste and is fun for guests. — Laura Levy, Lyons, Colorado Nutrition Facts: 1/4 cup (calculated without chips): 76 calories, 7g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 82mg sodium, 4g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 3g fiber), 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 fat. 5/24 Crisp & Spicy Cucumber Salad 20 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Taste of

Diabetic Exchanges: 1 starch, 1 vegetable

Home Total Time 25 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Rice vinegar, sesame oil and cayenne create a sweet-hot Asian flavor that will light up your taste buds! —Alivia Dockery, Jensen Beach, Florida Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup (calculated without toppings): 96 calories, 1g fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 51mg sodium, 22g carbohydrate (16g sugars, 3g fiber), 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 starch, 1 vegetable. 6/24 Spicy Beef Stir Fry 22 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Spicy Beef Stir Fry Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe

I balance the savory beef with coconut milk and a spritz of lime

From the Recipe Creator: Think of this stir-fry as your chance to play with heat and spice. I balance the savory beef with coconut milk and a spritz of lime. —Joy Zacharia, Clearwater, Florida Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 312 calories, 16g fat (5g saturated fat), 46mg cholesterol, 641mg sodium, 15g carbohydrate (10g sugars, 2g fiber), 26g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 2 fat, 1 vegetable, 1/2 starch. 7/24 Bulgogi 5 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Bulgogi Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 10 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I first made this

peppery beef with a recipe from my boss, who lived in Korea in the 1950s

peppery beef with a recipe from my boss, who lived in Korea in the 1950s. Freeze the ribeyes and slicing’s a cinch. —Linda McCane, Chesapeake, Virginia 8/24 Slow-Cooker Spicy Pork Chili 12 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Slow-Cooker Spicy Pork Chili Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 6 hours 10 min Servings 6 servings (2-1/2 quarts) Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Tender pork adds extra heartiness to this slow-cooked chili. You can use pork tenderloin, boneless pork roast or boneless pork chops for the pork called for in the recipe. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen Nutrition Facts:

This is one of my favorite recipes for parties

1-3/4 cups: 395 calories, 12g fat (4g saturated fat), 89mg cholesterol, 1055mg sodium, 34g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 8g fiber), 39g protein. 9/24 Sausage Stuffed Jalapenos 40 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Sausage Stuffed Jalapenos Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 35 min Servings 44 appetizers Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: If you like foods that pack a bit of a punch, you’ll love these jalapeno poppers filled with sausage and cheese. This is one of my favorite recipes for parties. —Rachel Oswald, Greenville, Michigan Nutrition Facts: 1 appetizer: 56 calories, 5g fat (2g saturated fat), 13mg cholesterol,

123mg sodium, 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 2g protein

123mg sodium, 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 2g protein. 10/24 Mild Salsa Recipe for Canning 38 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Mild Salsa (Canning Recipe) Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour Servings 10 pints Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I got this salsa recipe from my sister, and my children and I have been making batches of it ever since. We pair pint jars with packages of tortilla chips for zesty Christmas gifts. When the kids give this present to their teachers, they can truthfully say they helped make it. —Pamela Lundstrum, Bird Island,

—Mary Steiner, West Bend, Wisconsin Nutrition Facts: 1 piece: 421 calories,

Minnesota Nutrition Facts: 2 tablespoons: 14 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 182mg sodium, 3g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 0 protein. 11/24 Mexican Breakfast Casserole 11 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Mexican Breakfast Casserole Recipe photo by Jena Carlin for Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Tomatoes and green chiles give color and zip to this extra-cheesy egg bake. It’s a favorite for breakfast or brunch but it can be enjoyed for lunch or supper, too. —Mary Steiner, West Bend, Wisconsin Nutrition Facts: 1 piece: 421 calories,

Or serve it with cornbread to turn it into a main dish

27g fat (15g saturated fat), 382mg cholesterol, 856mg sodium, 12g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 1g fiber), 31g protein. 12/24 Spicy Rice Casserole 3 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 30 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Stirring up pork sausage, wild rice and jalapeno to taste makes this a terrific side. Or serve it with cornbread to turn it into a main dish. It’s easy to make ahead and reheat for a potluck meal. —Debbie Jones, California, Maryland Nutrition Facts: 1-1/2 cups: 473 calories, 25g fat (8g saturated fat), 61mg cholesterol, 1365mg sodium, 45g carbohydrate (5g

sugars, 3g fiber), 18g protein

sugars, 3g fiber), 18g protein. 13/24 Spicy Shrimp Salsa 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 15 min Servings 2 cups Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Radishes add a wonderful crunch to this colorful salsa that is also superb over grilled fish. There’s just enough jalapeno to give flavor without much of the heat. —Mary Beth Relyea, Canastota, New York Nutrition Facts: 1/4 cup: 38 calories, 1g fat (0 saturated fat), 43mg cholesterol, 119mg sodium, 2g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 6g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 lean meat. 14/24 Andouille Sausage and Peppers 19 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved

People have actually approached me in public to ask for the recipe

Spicy Roasted Sausage, Potatoes and Peppers Recipe photo by Kristina Vanni for Taste of Home Total Time 50 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I love to share my cooking, and this hearty sheet-pan dinner has built a reputation for being tasty. People have actually approached me in public to ask for the recipe. —Laurie Sledge, Brandon, Mississippi Nutrition Facts: 1-1/2 cups: 257 calories, 11g fat (3g saturated fat), 65mg cholesterol, 759mg sodium, 24g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 3g fiber), 17g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 1 starch, 1 vegetable, 1 fat. 15/24 Spicy Peach-Glazed

It has just the right mix of spicy and sweet flavors

Grilled Chicken 3 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 25 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Simple chicken on the grill can’t compare with this wake-up-the-taste-buds version. It has just the right mix of spicy and sweet flavors. —Karen Sparks, Glendora, California Nutrition Facts: 1 chicken breast half : 299 calories, 5g fat (1g saturated fat), 94mg cholesterol, 663mg sodium, 27g carbohydrate (25g sugars, 0 fiber), 35g protein. 16/24 Grilled Jalapenos 5 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Grilled Jalapenos Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 25 min Servings 2 dozen Go to Recipe From

These crowd-pleasing stuffed peppers have a bit of bite

the Recipe Creator: When barbecuing for friends at home, I also use the grill to serve up hot appetizers. These crowd-pleasing stuffed peppers have a bit of bite. They were concocted by my son. —Catherine Hollie, Cleveland, Texas Nutrition Facts: 1 stuffed pepper: 97 calories, 9g fat (3g saturated fat), 17mg cholesterol, 179mg sodium, 1g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 3g protein. 17/24 Spicy Mashed Potatoes Test Kitchen Approved Spicy Mashed Potatoes Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 2 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: “While cleaning the freezer one day, I uncovered

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