Sonoma Diet Tips -- Peppers

Pass the Pepper

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Pepper, along with salt, can be found on almost every American dining table and is a culinary tradition around the world. But did you know that the simple act of grinding your own pepper when cooking or seasoning a meal delivers more flavor than pre-ground pepper? The explanation is simple -- the pepper you grind is fresh, whereas the pepper you buy at the store may have been sitting on the shelf for months before purchase! Look for white and black peppercorns. Peppermills vary in price, but inexpensive plastic models can be purchased at your local supermarket.

Dr. Guttersen's Tip of the Day

Pick a Pepper

There are three types of pepper: black, white, and green. Black is the most common and strongest -- a bit hot with a hint of sweetness. White pepper is milder and less pungent, while green pepper is cured in brine and has a fresher flavor.