There’s something deeply satisfying about making salsa with your own tomatoes and peppers — especially when they’re blistered and blackened over an open flame.This fire-roasted garden salsa is bold, smoky, and just the right amount of spicy. Whether you’re spooning it over grilled meats or scooping it up with chips while the coals cool down,…
A deep-dive for backyard growers who want to enjoy their pepper harvests long after summer fades. 👩🌾 Welcome Back, Pepper Lovers If your pepper plants are popping off right now, first of all—congratulations! Whether it’s the sweet crunch of a red bell or the fiery bite of a jalapeño, there’s nothing quite like the pride…
I’ll be honest—fermenting used to intimidate me. But once I tried making this Easy Fermented Pepper Hot Sauce with a basket of garden peppers that were too spicy to eat raw, I was hooked. It’s tangy, complex, fiery (in the best way), and packed with gut-healthy goodness. Plus, it feels like a little science experiment…
I have a soft spot for pickles, but these Sweet and Spicy Pickled Jalapeños are something else entirely — they’re a little sassy, a little sweet, and the perfect pop of flavor for just about anything. I first whipped up a batch when my summer garden exploded with jalapeños, and now they’re a year-round staple…
Every summer, I end up with more cucumbers and peppers than I know what to do with—especially after the first few big harvests roll in. That’s when this quick Asian-inspired pickle recipe comes to the rescue. It’s tangy, a little sweet, and beautifully fragrant with sesame oil and fresh ginger. We keep a jar in…
Salsa is one of those magical garden recipes that brings everyone to the table. I started making this smoky version when we had a bumper crop of tomatoes and poblanos one summer, and I’ve never looked back. The secret is charring the veggies—especially the corn and peppers—until they’re just a little blackened. It adds a…
