b'Recipe SpotlightReady toRoast? Unlock theFlavor of FreshFlorida Peppersby RYAN MILEJCZAKHOW TO ROAST PEPPERS (3 WAYS) T totrulyunlocktheirmaximumAll youll need to roast your peppers are the peppers themselves; an oven, grill, or gas stove; and a bowl THERES NO SHORTAGE of ways to enjoy aand plastic wrap.fresh, Florida-grown pepper: eat them raw, stuffTo roast peppers, first brush them lightly with oil, then:them, or add them to salads, to name just a fewWith a grill: place whole peppers over a medium-hot grill, turning every 5 or so minutes until evenly options.But charred (10-15 minutes).depth of flavor, youll need to roast them. With a gas stove: turn on your gas burner to high and place the pepper directly on the burner, Sure,youcanalwaysjustgrabajarofturning every few minutes until evenly charred (5-10 minutes). Note that this method only works for roasted peppers at the store. But theyre super1-2 peppers per burner. easy to make yourself at home, too. And onceWith a broiler: move the oven rack to the top and preheat your broiler. Place peppers directly ontheyre roasted, there are endless possibilitiesthe rack, turning occasionally, until black all over (15-20 minutes). on how to enjoy them.Then, place the still-hot peppers into a bowl and cover tightly with plastic wrap. Let them rest and steam Here are three ways to make roasted peppersfor 10-15 minutes, then peel the charred skin from the peppers.at home, plus a few of our favorite ways to useNow, theyre recipe-ready!them. MUHAMMARA(SYRIAN WALNUT AND ROASTED RED PEPPER DIP) Adapted from The Mediterranean DishIngredients Instructions2 roasted red peppers 2 tbsp pomegranate molassesInalargefoodprocessor,lb shelled toasted walnuts, plus1 tsp paprika combineallingredientsexcept extra for garnishingtsp sugar those for garnishing and blend 3 garlic cloves, roughly chopped 1 tsp sumac (can sub for lemonuntil smooth. Transfer to a serving 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, pluszest) dishandtopwithadrizzleof extra for garnishing Salt to taste olive oil, chopped walnuts, and 2tbsp tomato paste Chopped parsley for garnishing parsley. Enjoy with tortilla chipscup bread crumbs or pita bread. 26 | CFAN FloridaAgNews.com'