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Texas Pete[edit]

A bottle of Texas Pete hot sauce

Texas Pete is a popular brand of hot sauce produced in the United States. It is known for its distinctive flavor and moderate heat level, making it a staple condiment in many American households. The sauce is made from a blend of vinegar, peppers, and spices, giving it a tangy and spicy taste.

History[edit]

Texas Pete was first introduced in the 1920s by the Garner family in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. The brand was created by Sam Garner and his three sons, who wanted to develop a hot sauce that would appeal to the American palate. Despite its name, Texas Pete is not from Texas, but the name was chosen to evoke a sense of spiciness and boldness associated with the state.

Ingredients and Flavor[edit]

The primary ingredients in Texas Pete hot sauce include vinegar, aged peppers, and salt. The sauce is known for its bright red color and smooth consistency. It has a Scoville heat unit rating of approximately 747, which places it in the mild to medium range of hot sauces.

Uses[edit]

Texas Pete is commonly used as a condiment for a variety of dishes. It is often added to fried chicken, barbecue, eggs, and soups to enhance flavor. The sauce is also a popular ingredient in buffalo wing recipes and can be used as a marinade or dipping sauce.

Variants[edit]

In addition to the original hot sauce, Texas Pete offers several other products, including:

Texas Pete Hotter Hot Sauce
Texas Pete Garlic Hot Sauce
Texas Pete Green Pepper Sauce
Texas Pete Wing Sauce

Each variant offers a unique flavor profile, catering to different taste preferences.

Related pages[edit]

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 == Texas Pete ==
-Texas Pete is a popular brand of hot sauce in the United States. It is produced by TW Garner Food Company in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. The sauce was first introduced in 1929 and has since become a staple in many American households and restaurants.
+[[File:Texas_Pete.jpg|thumb|right|A bottle of Texas Pete hot sauce]]
+'''Texas Pete''' is a popular brand of hot sauce produced in the United States. It is known for its distinctive flavor and moderate heat level, making it a staple condiment in many American households. The sauce is made from a blend of [[vinegar]], [[peppers]], and [[spices]], giving it a tangy and spicy taste.
 == History ==
-[[Texas Pete]] was created by Sam Garner, who owned the Dixie Pig barbecue stand in Winston-Salem. The name "Texas Pete" was chosen to evoke the spicy and bold flavors associated with the southwestern United States, despite the fact that the product is not from Texas, nor was Garner named Pete.
+Texas Pete was first introduced in the 1920s by the Garner family in [[Winston-Salem, North Carolina]]. The brand was created by Sam Garner and his three sons, who wanted to develop a hot sauce that would appeal to the American palate. Despite its name, Texas Pete is not from [[Texas]], but the name was chosen to evoke a sense of spiciness and boldness associated with the state.
-== Product Line ==
+== Ingredients and Flavor ==
-The [[TW Garner Food Company]] produces a variety of products under the Texas Pete brand. These include the original Texas Pete Hot Sauce, as well as a hotter version called Hotter Hot Sauce, a milder version called Mild Sauce, and a variety of other sauces and seasonings.
+The primary ingredients in Texas Pete hot sauce include [[vinegar]], [[aged peppers]], and [[salt]]. The sauce is known for its bright red color and smooth consistency. It has a Scoville heat unit rating of approximately 747, which places it in the mild to medium range of hot sauces.
-== Ingredients ==
+== Uses ==
-The main ingredients in Texas Pete Hot Sauce are [[peppers]], vinegar, and salt. The exact recipe is a closely guarded secret, but the company has stated that it does not use any artificial preservatives or colors in its products.
+Texas Pete is commonly used as a condiment for a variety of dishes. It is often added to [[fried chicken]], [[barbecue]], [[eggs]], and [[soups]] to enhance flavor. The sauce is also a popular ingredient in [[buffalo wing]] recipes and can be used as a marinade or dipping sauce.
-== Usage ==
+== Variants ==
-Texas Pete is often used as a condiment on foods such as [[chicken wings]], [[pizza]], and [[tacos]]. It can also be used as an ingredient in recipes to add a spicy kick.
+In addition to the original hot sauce, Texas Pete offers several other products, including:
-== Popularity ==
+* Texas Pete Hotter Hot Sauce
+* Texas Pete Garlic Hot Sauce
+* Texas Pete Green Pepper Sauce
+* Texas Pete Wing Sauce
-Texas Pete is the third best-selling hot sauce in the United States. It is particularly popular in the South, where it is a common sight on restaurant tables and in grocery stores.
+Each variant offers a unique flavor profile, catering to different taste preferences.
-== See Also ==
+== Related pages ==
 * [[Hot sauce]]
-* [[TW Garner Food Company]]
+* [[Scoville scale]]
-* [[List of hot sauces]]
+* [[Condiment]]
+* [[Pepper]]
-== References ==
-* [https://www.texaspete.com/ Official Texas Pete website]
-* [https://www.twgarner.com/ Official TW Garner Food Company website]
-== External Links ==
-* [https://www.texaspete.com/ Official Texas Pete website]
+[[Category:Hot sauces]]
-* [https://www.twgarner.com/ Official TW Garner Food Company website]
+[[Category:American brands]]
-{{dictionary-stub1}}
+[[Category:Food and drink companies based in North Carolina]]