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Enjoy Spicy Flavor Without Pepper Bits: A Proven Kitchen Tip

Love the bold spicy kick in your dishes but dislike those floating pepper pieces? One of our experienced freelancers shares this clever, time-tested trick used by home cooks everywhere.

Place whole peppercorns or dried peppers in a loose tea filter. Steep it in your soup or sauce to infuse rich flavor, then simply discard the filter. Perfect spice, no mess!