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  • Cayenne Chile Powder

    Cayenne Chile Powder delivers bright, fiery heat with a clean, sharp flavor that instantly wakes up any dish. Made from finely ground cayenne peppers, this vibrant red powder offers a consistent medium‑high heat level and a smooth, slightly fruity undertone. It’s a classic kitchen staple for adding bold spice without overwhelming the natural flavors of your food. Perfect for chili, soups, sauces, marinades, eggs, roasted vegetables, rubs, and global cuisine, cayenne is one of the most versatile ways to bring heat and color to your cooking. A must‑have for spice lovers and everyday cooks alike.
    $54.99+
  • CHILI POWDER MILD

    Savory, earthy, and gently spiced. This mild chili powder blend brings depth without the burn—crafted from sweet dried chiles, cumin, garlic, oregano, and a touch of paprika. It’s the flavor backbone of Tex-Mex and Southwestern cooking, ideal for those who love bold taste without fiery heat. Flavor Profile: Rich and smoky with warm spice and subtle sweetness Texture: Fine powder for smooth blending and even seasoning Best Uses: - Chili, tacos, and enchiladas - Spice rubs and marinades - Soups, stews, and beans - Roasted vegetables and snack mixes Bonus: A family-friendly staple—perfect for layering flavor in everyday dishes without overwhelming the palate. INGREDIENTS: Ancho, pasilla, paprika, garlic, onion and cumin Net wt. 2.6 oz
    $57.99+
  • Chipotle Morita Flakes

    Chipotle Morita Flakes bring deep, smoky heat and a naturally sweet, fruity richness to your cooking. Made from ripe, smoked red jalapeños, these flakes offer a warm, medium spice level with notes of cocoa, dried fruit, and subtle earthiness. Their bold aroma and signature chipotle flavor make them an essential ingredient for anyone who loves smoky depth without overwhelming heat. A hint of dark chocolate enhances their natural cocoa notes, adding a deeper, velvety richness that pairs beautifully with the chipotle’s smoky-sweet profile. Perfect for tacos, chili, stews, marinades, BBQ rubs, roasted vegetables, and creamy sauces. A versatile pantry staple that adds instant character—and a touch of gourmet complexity—to any dish.
    $99.99+
  • Guajillo Chile Powder

    Guajillo Chile Powder delivers a signature blend of bright tanginess, mild‑to‑medium heat, and rich, dried‑fruit complexity. Made from sun‑dried guajillo chiles—one of Mexico’s most beloved varieties—this powder offers notes of cranberry, tomato, and light smokiness, all wrapped in a smooth, slightly sweet finish. Its vibrant red color and balanced flavor make it a cornerstone of authentic Mexican cooking. Perfect for mole sauces, enchiladas, pozole, marinades, salsas, rub blends, and slow‑cooked dishes, Guajillo Chile Powder adds depth and warmth without overpowering heat.
    $62.99+
  • Jalapeno Powder

    Jalapeño Powder delivers the classic flavor of fresh jalapeños in a convenient, shelf‑stable form. Made from dried and finely ground jalapeño peppers, this powder adds a clean, green chile bite with notes of fresh pepper, mild earthiness, and a lively heat that lifts any dish. Perfect for seasoning blends, taco meat, chili, soups, marinades, eggs, dips, and rubs, it offers consistent heat without the variability of fresh peppers. A little goes a long way—just a pinch brings bold jalapeño character to your cooking. Scoville Heat Level - Jalapeño powder typically measures 2,500–8,000 Scoville Heat Units (SHU) Ingredients Dehydrated, ground green jalapeno peppers and silicone dioxide (<2% as an anti-caking agent) Cuisine Mexican, Tex-Mex Storage: Airtight container in a cool, dark place Shelf Life: 6-12 months Country of Origin: Mexico
    $57.99+
  • New Mexico Red Chile Flakes

    New Mexico Red Chile Flakes deliver a smooth, earthy flavor with a mild‑to‑medium heat that’s signature to Southwestern cooking. These vibrant red flakes offer notes of dried fruit, roasted peppers, and a gentle natural sweetness, creating depth without overwhelming spice. Their clean, warm flavor makes them one of the most versatile chiles in the pantry. Perfect for enchilada sauces, soups, stews, taco fillings, marinades, rub blends, and roasted vegetables, these flakes add authentic New Mexican character and a beautiful pop of color to any dish. A staple ingredient for cooks who love balanced, regional chile flavor.
    $57.99+
  • New Mexico Red Chile Powder

    Deep. Earthy. Vibrantly red. Our New Mexico Red Chile Powder brings the unmistakable warmth of the Southwest straight to your kitchen. Made from sun‑ripened red chiles grown in the high desert climate of New Mexico, this powder delivers a smooth, rich flavor with a gentle, slow‑building heat. It’s not about overwhelming spice — it’s about depth, color, and that signature red‑chile character that makes every dish feel a little more soulful. Flavor Profile: Earthy and slightly sweet Mild to medium heat Warm, rounded chile flavor Beautiful natural red color Perfect For: Chili and stews Enchilada sauce Roasted potatoes and veggies Rubs and marinades Adding a pop of red to Valentine’s‑season dishes Scoville Heat Units 1,000-2,500 SHU Storage: Airtight -- cool, dark place Shelf Life: 6-12 months Country of Origin: USA
    $59.99+
  • RED PEPPER FLAKES

    Bold heat in every flake. Made from sun-dried red chili peppers—often cayenne and serrano—these crushed flakes deliver a punchy, lingering spice that elevates everything from pizza to pasta. With seeds and skin included, the texture is rustic and the flavor unapologetically hot. Flavor Profile: Spicy, smoky, with a sharp kick Heat Level: Medium to hot (15,000–30,000 Scoville units) Best Uses: - Pizza, pasta, and stir-fries - Marinades and dry rubs - Pickling blends and sauces - Infused oils and vinegars - Spicy popcorn or roasted nuts
    $89.99+
  • Trinidad Curry Powder

    A classic Trinidad-style curry blend built for professional kitchens. Warm turmeric, coriander, cumin, and fenugreek create a balanced, aromatic base that performs well in high‑volume prep. Ideal for curries, stews, marinades, vegetables, poultry, and house sauces. Consistent flavor, dependable color, and reliable performance across batches. Applications: proteins, vegetables, soups, stews, rice dishes, marinades Format: dry seasoning, ready for batch prep Usage: suitable for sauté, braise, roast, or finishing Profile: warm, earthy, aromatic, Caribbean-style
    $59.99+
  • Aleppo Pepper

    Aleppo Pepper, also known as Halaby pepper, is a mildly spicy, fruity chile flake prized throughout Middle Eastern and Mediterranean cooking. With its deep red color, gentle heat, and rich, sun‑dried flavor, it brings a warm, savory brightness to countless dishes. Use with eggs, pasta, root vegetables, tomato-based dishes, and in baking. Heat Level 2,500 – 5,000 SHU Ingredients: Aleppo Chiles Country of Origin: Turkey Appearance: Small deep red pepper flakes Flavor Profile: Fruity, raisin-like flavor with an undertone of earthy cumin and lemony top notes Storage: Cool and dry, away from direct light Shelf Life: Minimum 12 months under optimal conditions
    $62.99+

The Willow and River Spice Company Location and Hours

(814) 279-0235
233 E. Main Street, Ligonier, PA 15658
Closed • Opens Saturday at 10AM
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