Stuffed Peppers, Moldovan Style

Moldovans love peppers, which grow in abundance in their small republic. In the recipe below, two kinds of peppers—green bell and hot red—are joined in a lively combination. After chopping some hot red pepper for the filling, there’s no need to waste the rest. Instead, do as the Moldovans do: place the pepper in a glass, cover it with vodka and let stand for 24 hours. Then remove the pepper and transfer the vodka to a jar, which should be stored in the refrigerator. The next time you feel a