My mother-in-law’s friend couldn’t believe she’d been using dried peppers all along—she thought paprika was its own thing entirely! That realization sparked laughter and a whole afternoon of fun foodie facts.
Bonus Paprika Facts:
- Some versions still have pepper peel specks.
- Smoked paprika gets its flavor from wood-fire drying.
- It’s packed with antioxidants, vitamin C, and capsaicin.
Who knew a pantry staple could be so surprising—and funny?