So valuable that it was once used as currency. Black pepper is one of the most commonly known spices in our country today. Pepper is grown on a flowery vine that produces fruit that is dried and becomes peppercorns. These small berries, peppercorns, are ground into what we call pepper. Fresh pepper is something that is often underestimated. To get the strongest flavor, (woody, piney, citrusy, and hot) you want to use fresh pepper.
Common Uses: Pepper can be used in nearly any dish. Some of our favorite uses are steak rubs, soups, salads, hamburgers, chicken and turkey.