Day: August 1, 2021

Jimmy Nardello Chile Peppers
What's Growin'

Jimmy Nardello Chile Peppers

Jimmy Nardello chile peppers are a special variety of Italian style frying peppers with outstanding flavor that are worth seeking out. You’re not likely to find them in a regular grocery. Hopefully that motivates you to look at your local farmers’ markets in the second half of the summer through early autumn.

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Carolina Summer Chile Relleno
Recipes

Carolina Summer Chile Relleno

Tons of flavor complexity that all work together like a symphony. The smokey, earthy flavor of the charred poblanos. The richness and smokiness of NC smoked pulled pork, along with the tartness of the vinegar it brings. The sweet and tang of fresh peaches and blueberries. The warmth of the cinnamon, nutmeg and allspice. The herbal earthiness of the oregano. The crunch and nuttiness of the pecans. All of that covered with a rich, nutty, goat-cheesy cream sauce with a hint of bourbon. Yeah, how can that not be good?

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