Pepper jelly

Wrap a filling of grated cheese, ham, and jalapeño in puff pastry and bake into a wreath shape. Serve as an appetizer at a house party. The croissants are spicy, incredibly cheesy, and chewy—the perfect accompaniment to beer! read more

Lime zest and cayenne pepper in this pumpkin and sunflower seed granola help balance the sweetness of the pepper jelly, infusing the snack with a citrusy, spicy note that pairs beautifully with melting brie cheese. Serve read more

Ham in a beautiful, sticky glaze is the perfect dish for a special occasion or any celebration. In this recipe, the ham is glazed with a sweet and spicy mixture of pepper jelly, orange marmalade, and a whole host of aromatic spices, including cayenne. read more

Warm baked brie becomes gooey, creamy, and smooth, perfect for serving as a dip. Bake it in a bread bowl, which will keep the cheese from spreading completely while also serving as a snack you'll tear into and... read more

These juicy oven-baked meatballs can be served as an appetizer at a holiday table, with skewers or toothpicks nearby for piercing. Pickled jalapeños added to the ground meat add a pleasant, mild spiciness. The finished meatballs are... read more

• Sweet Potato Pancakes with Green Onions
• Poached eggs

Bobby Flay suggests serving leftover baked glazed ham after the holiday in unusual sandwiches with a poached egg and pepper jam between two sweet potato pancakes with green onions. Before adding the grated sweet potato to the batter, read more

To give these pork loin cutlets a delicious, sticky glaze when fried, they are tossed with a sweet-and-spicy red pepper confit and a touch of grainy Dijon mustard just minutes before they are done cooking, which adds... read more

A simple recipe for canned sweet and medium-hot pepper jelly. Serve this pepper jelly with your favorite cheese. read more

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