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Roasted Red Peppers

16 years ago

I went to the farmers market this morning for the second time this year. I haven't had to go that much, since I feel like I had my own farmer's market in the back yard :). I scored a whole bag of red bell peppers for a great price. I wish all my peppers ripened to such a nice red! Anyways, I'd like to roast and can most of them. I read how to can peppers on the NCHP site. I was planning on roasting the peppers on the grill then removing the skin and pressure canning. For large bells, do people cut them up, or roast them whole? Any other words of wisedom on canning roasted peppers would also be appreciated. This is my first time. I caught the canning bug this year and I can't stop. :)

Comments (4)

  • 16 years ago

    I find they are easier to core and cut in quarters before roasting. After roasting they are harder to de-seed and cut into quarters. Try a few both ways and see which you prefer.

    Dave

  • 16 years ago

    I like to keep mine whole to keep all the tasty juice that come out after they 'sweat'. After the skin is charred I put them in a bowl covered with a plate or a pot covered with its lid. I wait until they are cool to handle and they always skin fine. I add the strained juice to stock, or ratatouille, or pasta sauce.

  • 16 years ago

    Try this recipe, it'e really delicious.

    OIL PICKLED ROASTED PEPPERS

    4 Colorful Bell Peppers
    2 Tablespoons Red Wine Vinegar
    2 Tablespoons Minced Garlic
    ü Cup Fresh Herbs, Thyme, Rosemary, Marjoram, Oregano
    ý Teaspoon Crushed Red Pepper Flakes
    Salt and Freshly Ground Peppers
    Extra Virgin Olive Oil

    Grill the Bell Peppers slowly over a slow smoky fire, being careful not to puncture them, about 30 minutes, turning frequently until the skins are charred. Place Roasted Peppers in a large bowl and cover with plastic wrap for 20 minutes. When the Peppers are cool enough to handle, over a medium bowl, slit the bottoms and allow the juices to drain out and collect in the bowl. Remove the charred skins under running water, clean and seed the insides and cut into 1â chunks. Add to the reserved juices.

    Add all remaining ingredients, except the Oil, mix gently, and allow to stand for ý hour. Add the Oil and mix gently to combine. Serve immediately or Peppers will keep refrigerated for about a month. Allow to come to room temperature before serving.

    Steve

  • 16 years ago

    Thanks for the advice. I grilled the peppers on my gas grill whole and then skinned them, packed in 1/2 pint jars and added boiling water then pressure canned. I didn't find skinning them very difficult. I love red peppers but don't like to buy the supermarket ones in the winter. This will be a nice treat, added to my salads.
    Steve, I will copy and keep your recipe for the future. Thanks for taking the time to add it. It sounds delicious.