Homemade Paprika

Ingredients

• 1 lb (450 g) fully ripe sweet red peppers or paprika peppers

Instructions

1. 1

   Remove stems, seeds and membranes and cut peppers into thin strips.

2. 2

   Arrange in a single layer on dehydrator trays.

3. 3

   Dry at 125–135°F (52–57°C) until completely brittle.

4. 4

   Cool fully, then grind to a fine powder in a spice grinder.

5. 5

   Let dust settle before opening the grinder and transfer to an airtight jar.