While they're not as supremely Southern as pimientos, bell peppers are a staple in so many Southern-style recipes. Bell peppers are one of the three key elements of the “holy trinity,” after all!

Here are a few tips about preparing sweet peppers. Wash peppers in cool running water before use. Fresh: Cut sweet peppers and add them to a salad, use them to top off a sandwich, or use them in a dip ...