Sweet Peppers are a hot-season crop that are available through the summer into early fall, depending on temperatures. Peppers come in hundreds of varieties that fall into two categories, hot peppers and sweet peppers. Peppers are in the nightshade family alongside potatoes, tomatoes and eggplants.

Caring for Sweet Peppers: Store in a moist towel/cloth bag or plastic bag in the crisper drawer of your refrigerator. Enjoy within 5-7 days.

Preparing Sweet Peppers: All sweet peppers can be eaten raw or cooked. Remove the stem, seeds and veins for better texture and more flavor. Roast the peppers whole to bring out the flavor, or chop them finely to add to salads, soups or other dishes. Slice into thin strips for a crudite platter and serve with hummus or other dip.

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