When we have extra cayenne peppers we dry them and process them into red pepper flakes.  

1. Wash the peppers and allow to dry. 
2. Remove tops. 
3. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. 
4. Place in oven on lowest temp (we have an old gas oven with a pilot light that keeps the perfect temp for drying). 
5. When dried completely, place in air tight storage container until you have enough to process.
6. * Place dried peppers in food processor and process until desired consistency is achieved (some people use a blender, but I like the consistency from our food processor). *remember that cayenne can irritate your eyes and skin. Use caution and try to avoid breathing in the dust produced by this step. It WILL make you cough, sneeze, nose run, eyes water, etc. 
7. When desired consistency has been achieved, place flakes in air tight container. Remember to avoid breathing in the dust. 
8. Pepper flakes are now ready to use.