Anaheim Peppers

The Anaheim pepper is narrow and round-tipped, about 6-8 inches long, and pale to glossy green. Named after the California city where it was originally grown, Anaheim is favored because of its sweet, mild flavor. Anaheim peppers' mild heat comes from the naturally occurring chemical capsaicin, mainly found in the spongy white tissue containing the seeds. This chemical is studied for potential health benefits like heart health through preliminary research. Peppers are a great way to add flavor into...