Hot Book of Chilies

"e;This book serves as a companion that will guide you by the hand into the world of the humble chili pepper"e; (The Chili King). The Hot Book of Chilies is a sizzling celebration of one of the world's best-loved plants: capsicum! Featuring a gallery of ninety seven popular varieties, from mild jalapeno and pasilla peppers to hazardous habanero and ghost peppers, this book is perfect for both timid triers and fiery fanatics alike. Learn loads of useful information about each chili, including their degree of hotness on the Scoville scale, health benefits, medicinal properties, history, and biology, as well as how to grow, preserve, and cook them. Dozens of eye-watering recipes are included for entrees, appetizers, salsas, soups, curry powders, hot sauces, jams, and even desserts! The Hot Book of Chilies contains everything you need to know about this small but mighty crop, and all the ways to enjoy it!What's inside:- A gallery of ninety seven varieties of chili peppers- Details on their degree of hotness, health benefits, biology, and history- Fifty one recipes for appetizers, dinner entrees, snacks, sauces, and desserts- Tips for relieving chili burn, growing and preserving chili peppers, and much more