Jalapeño Peppers

Jalapeños are rich in vitamins A, C, B, K and potassium. They also have carotene which is an antioxidant that can help fight damage to your cells. Many of their health benefits come from a compound called capsaicin. That’s what makes the peppers spicy.

These peppers are great cooked such as sautéing, stir-frying, or oven roasted and mellows the spice and adds a delicious smoky flavor. One of the most popular ways to utilize these peppers are jalapeño poppers. These spicy hot, creamy cheese bacon stuffed jalapeño. The perfect appetizer!