Winter's chill is knocking at your door, but inside it's all sweet heat—with chili peppers on the menu.
What: Serrano chili peppers
When: August - November
How: Remove the seeds and mince until you have a tablespoon of pepper. (Hint: Wash hands immediately after.) Then mix with a cup of crème fraîche and put a dollop on your potato leek soup or fresh fish tacos.
Why: You're already hot. Your food needs some help.
Head over to your local farmer's market and ask for Serrano. Who's smokin' now?