

Hot and spicy can be difficult terms when it comes to describing food.

One problem those of us with a potager have is an abundance of vegetables.

I have in my hand a warm slice of country-style bread (whole grain) slathered in melting butter and a thick layer of Nutella.

Spicy Sausage Ravioli, Chicken Spinach Ravioli

Spicy Sweet Potatoes and Maple Glazed Sweet Potatoes

How does one know when it's time? I've been a dog owner for all of my adult life, usually with two big dogs.

The gifts have all been delivered; the goodies unwrapped; the identity of the Spicy Secret Santa revealed.

Make this as hot as you like, using green chilies, jalapeños, or hotter peppers, and finish with hot sauce.

A tagine is both the cooking pot, with a conical lid, and the finished dish.

Slow-Cooker Pork Chops with Yellow Pimientos - or any color roasted pepper.

Pork Tenderloin, Spanish-Style, with Peppers, Olives and Carrots in a spicy sauce

Italian Stuffed Peppers, filled with spicy sausage and tiny pasta

Golden Acorn Squash Stuffed with Spicy Beef, Peppers, Mushrooms and Onions

Grilled Chili Chops, a quick, spicy marinade adds tons of flavors to grilled pork chops.

Tagine of Meatballs and Eggs in a slightly spicy tomato sauce.

Baked Salmon with Red Pepper Relish, the slightly spicy topping goes well with the rich salmon for an easy dinner

Grilled Steak with Spicy Rub, cooking should be easy and outdoors in summer.