I thought I would give you your smile for the day by telling you about my adventures with hot peppers, Mary Harrison recently told me by e-mail. Just days before, the Newport News resident asked me ...

Dehydrating peppers is an effective way to preserve their flavor and extend their shelf life. This process can be done ...

Chile peppers get their intense pungency from a chemical compound called capsaicin. (Lynn Ketchum) If you've become exasperated trying to make peppers thrive in Oregon's short-lived growing season, ...