Stretching north to south along the Rio Grande, you'll find world-renowned chiles being grown. Hatch Valley, New Mexico, cultivates one of America's favorite treats: Hatch Chiles. These are one of a kind and exclusively cultivated from this corner of the world. Think distinctly sweet, spicy, crisp, and smoky tasting chiles. Hatch Chile season is at its peak, running from early August to the end of September. Hatch green chiles offer a bit more bite, while aging them to ripened red Hatch chiles mellows them.

To cook, simply set your oven (this can also be done on your BBQ Grill) to 400°F. Put whole chile peppers on a lightly oiled baking sheet and place it in the center of your oven for about 20-30 minutes or until the skin of the peppers is lightly blackened. Occasionally flip and rotate each pepper to achieve even roasting.

Just in case you are reading this article outside of "Hatch Season" turn to Melissa's Authentic New Mexico Dried Hatch Peppers. How do you Cook with dried Hatch Chiles? Wash chile pods. Remove the stems, seeds and veins. Put chile pods into boiling water in a pan. The pods should be softened (about 20 minutes) with liquid after they have cooled. Prepare the chiles by weighing them down with a plate. Wash, dice, and use as much as necessary. You may use a knife for softened chiles.

Use these delicious roasted peppers in countless recipes. They pair wonderfully with enchiladas and chicken and of course, make excellent chile.

Here's five recipes for you to try compliments of Melissa's/World Variety Produce. Melissa's has been delivering global market produce from Los Angeles, California since 2019. Melissa's easy-to-navigate Web site https://www.melissas.com is updated monthly with food products for sale, educational features and recipes.

An easy and delicious hatch snack.
Hatch Pepper Deviled Eggs
Chef Tom Fraker
https://www.melissas.com/blogs/appetizer/hatch-pepper-deviled-eggs

Hatch Pepper S'mores. One of the more unique hatch recipes.
Chef Tom Fraker
https://www.melissas.com/blogs/dessert/hatch-pepper-smores

Hatch Pepper Guacamole . A classic favorite.
Chef Tom Fraker
https://www.melissas.com/blogs/sauces-seasonings/hatch-pepper-guacamole

Easy Hatch Chocolate Chip Cookies. One of Melissa's most popular and easy recipe to use hatch chile peppers in
Chef Tom Fraker
https://www.melissas.com/blogs/dessert/easy-hatch-chocolate-chip-cookies

Plant Based Spicy Hatch Pepper Burger
Chef Ashley Cunningham
https://www.melissas.com/blogs/entree/plant-based-spicy-hatch-burger

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