Chili Peppers (crushed) – Capsicum annuum

Description

Also commonly called crushed red pepper, just a dash adds a lot of spice and heat to sausage, pizza, pasta sauce and other foods. And here?s an interesting tip: leftovers or dishes made a day in advance will have fierier flavor because more oleoresin capsicum, the active compound in peppers, will be released into the food.
Sprinkle over potatoes, scrambled eggs, garlic bread, pizza, pasta and vegetable dishes. Crushed chili pepper is also used to make flavored cooking oils.
Reputed to deter several varieties of household and garden pests.
Works with grilled and roasted foods as well as pasta, rice and bean dishes.