In my family, I have some that prefer more
spice in their dishes, and others who prefer their dishes mild. I have solved this problem by purchasing a
can of jalapeno peppers, blending them in the blender or processor, then
dropping teaspoonfuls onto a parchment-lined baking sheet. I then put the sheet in the freezer for an
hour or so – until the blended peppers are frozen, then I transfer them to
a Ziploc
bag and store them in the freezer. When
someone wants to add some “heat” to a dish, one of the frozen portions of
blended jalapenos can be stirred in; one or two will usually do the trick.