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Recipes: Some Like It Hot

Anya Hoffman

Anya Hoffman

Mon, May 16, 2016

Chiles add depth and complexity to dishes, …

Chiles add depth and complexity to dishes, providing a smoky flavor or a welcome bite of heat. When cooking with a fresh chile, taste it first; if it's too spicy for your liking, remove the inner membrane and seeds before adding it to the dish. Dried chiles usually need to be soaked in hot water to soften before using.

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Fried Brussels Sprouts with Thyme, Lemon, and Chile Flakes

Grilled Pork Tenderloin with Smoked Four-Onion Relish and Sweet Potato Cake

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