The Official Cookbook of the Chile Pepper Institute - by Paul W Bosland & Wendy V Hamilton (Paperback)

Book Synopsis

The world-famous Chile Pepper Institute is the only organization devoted to the study, cultivation, and enjoyment of the world's favorite fiery fruit, and The Official Cookbook of the Chile Pepper Institute is your guide to cooking with and enjoying chile peppers in all their magnificent, flavorful varieties. With over eighty recipes celebrating the world's diversity of chile peppers and more than a hundred photos of chile peppers in the field, at the market, and on your plate, The Official Cookbook is like a tour through the Institute's famous Teaching Garden.

The Official Cookbook is the only book organized to include almost every chile pepper variety worldwide. Each chile includes a description of its history, where it originated and where it is grown now, and its flavor profile, heat index, and common uses. And, of course, recipes!

Review Quotes

"Paul Bosland and Wendy Hamilton share their collective knowledge and love of chile peppers found around the world, allowing us to experience the diverse flavors of these spicy fruits beyond the spice."--Ivette Guzman, New Mexico State University

"This is a fascinating journey through the world of chile peppers and how they made it to our home gardens. Complete with back stories, traditional uses, and, finally, delicious recipes."⁠--Gary R. Bachman, author of Southern Gardening All Year Long