Roasted Peppers

Roasted peppers are a versatile ingredient that can enhance a variety of dishes with their sweet, smoky flavor. They can be made from different types of bell peppers or other varieties like jalapeños or poblanos, depending on the desired level of heat.

Ingredients:

• 1 red bell pepper

• 1 yellow bell pepper

• 1 orange bell pepper

• 3/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil

• 1 clove garlic, minced

• 1/2 teaspoon salt

• 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

Directions

Roasted peppers can be roasted on a grill or in the oven. If using oven method, preheat oven to 450 degrees. Coat peppers with olive oil and place on a cooking sheet. Roast peppers turning about every 5 minutes, until charred. Next, follow steps 3-6 below.

1. Preheat an outdoor grill for high heat and lightly oil the grate. Reduce grill heat to medium.

2. Grill whole peppers until charred on all sides, turning about every 5 minutes.

3. Place charred peppers in a plastic food storage bag and tie shut. Allow peppers to cool in bag.

4. Combine olive oil, garlic, salt, and pepper in a 1-pint glass jar (or larger, depending on size of peppers).

5. Remove cooled peppers from bag and scrape off charred skins. Cut peppers in half and remove seeds and stems. Slice peppers into long strips and place in oil mixture. Mix well, assuring peppers are covered in oil.

6. Serve, storing leftover peppers in refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Roasted peppers can be used in numerous ways:

• Salads: Add roasted peppers to mixed greens for a sweet and smoky touch.

• Sandwiches and Wraps: Layer them in sandwiches or wraps for added flavor and color.

• Pasta Dishes: Toss sliced roasted peppers into pasta for a simple yet delicious dish.

• Salsas and Dips: Blend with other ingredients to createRoasted Peppers