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Can a red bell pepper be used in place of a pimento?

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How do you spell pimento?

That is one spelling of the red "cherry pepper", pimento, notably used for stuffed olives, meats, and cheeses. The Spanish spelling pimiento is sometimes used interchangably, but there are technical differences.


Are red pepper and a red bell pepper are the same?

The term "bell pepper" implies that it's not spicy, but yes, unless you're talking about a SPECIFIC kind of pepper (i.e. Habanero, Jalepeno) they are the same. Take care. Red pepper is also the name used to describe the hot pepper flakes used in Italian cooking. That's very different from red pepper meaning a bell pepper.


What kind of food is a pimento?

The pimento (or the Spanish form pimiento) is a heart shaped red red pepper usually 3-4 inches long and 2-3 inches wide. It is of Spanish descent. Many green olives are stuffed with pieces of pimento. The spice paprika consists of dried pimentos.


What are pimentoes?

It is a large, sweet, heart-shaped, red chili pepper. They are commonly used to stuff green olives and to make pimento cheese.


What is ground red bell pepper used for?

Ground red bell pepper goes very well in stir fry. It can also be used in spaghetti sauce and other foods that call for bell pepper. Ground yellow and orange bell peppers can also be used in these same foods as they are very close in taste to the red ones. And a mix of all three is a good choice too. Paprika is sometimes made with ground red bell pepper and that is used in goulash, soups, stews, and other sauces. Therefore, in the absence of paprika for a recipe the ground bell pepper can be used as a substitute.


How much does green bell pepper cost?

Well, I went to Winn-Dixie this morning and a green bell pepper was $1.29 each. I remember when they used to be 4 for $1.00.


How do you tell if a green bell pepper is sweet or should be used for cooking?

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What type of pepper is used when a recipe calls for roasted red peppers?

Sweet red bell peppers are usually used.


Can black pepper be used in the place of white pepper?

No I would if it's the closest you've got to white pepper. Cut down the amount though.


What is pimento seed good for?

Pimento spice is used in Mediterranean cuisine, baking, and preserving. It is a "sweet" but strong spice also called "all spice".


What is Holy Trinity in cajun cooking called?

BELL PEPPER. ONION, CELERY (are they the same as in Oriental cooking : Chilli, ginger & garlic ?) No, the "trinity" is usually different in each culture. It refers to the 3 most commonly used ingredients in the region. The Cajun trinity is made up of bell pepper, onion, and celery. Some Cajuns add garlic and would then refer to it as the "holy trinity."


Where can you purchase vintage salt and pepper shakers first used in the 19th century?

A great place to find and purchase vintage salt and pepper shakers first used in the 19th century is Ebay. You can also sometimes find items such as this at Shopgoodwill Online.