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Meanwhile, whisk together cider vinegar, cayenne, and remaining 3 tablespoons oil, 1 teaspoon salt and 1/8 teaspoon cinnamon in a small bowl.
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Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 17 Oct. 2025
While nuts are roasting, in a small bowl combine sugar, paprika, cinnamon, cayenne, and remaining 3/4 tsp.
—Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 Oct. 2025
Add the okra, cayenne, and salt and black pepper to taste.
—Anastasia Tsioulcas, NPR, 15 Oct. 2025
Stir in the garam masala, curry powder, turmeric, cayenne, and a pinch of salt and pepper.
—Ashia Aubourg, Outside, 10 Oct. 2025
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Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 17 Oct. 2025
While nuts are roasting, in a small bowl combine sugar, paprika, cinnamon, cayenne, and remaining 3/4 tsp.
—Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 Oct. 2025
Add the okra, cayenne, and salt and black pepper to taste.
—Anastasia Tsioulcas, NPR, 15 Oct. 2025
Stir in the garam masala, curry powder, turmeric, cayenne, and a pinch of salt and pepper.
—Ashia Aubourg, Outside, 10 Oct. 2025
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“Cayenne.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cayenne. Accessed 28 Oct. 2025.
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cayenne
noun
cay·enne
ˌkī-ˌen- 
ˌkā-
: the ground dried fruits and seeds of hot peppers used to add flavor to food
called also cayenne pepper
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