Hot peppers

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Peppers are a hot commodity this year. And it's not just the jalapeno pepper in the spotlight; chili and ghost peppers are becoming more mainstream, according to food experts.

"[Consumers] understand the levels of the peppers," said Jenny Zegler, global food and drink analyst at Mintel Food & Drink.

The spice factor is turning up in different places, including snack foods, she added.

First published July 21, 2015: 11:21 AM ET

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