Removing the seeds does cut down on the heat which is probably why most recipes call for removing the seeds, although in some cases where the sauce is not strained it may be for digestive reasons. The chile de Arbol sauce that I posted for me is the basis for producing the sauce as are most recipes that I use. I use the seeds to increase the heat, if I'm making it for friends of the mild persuasion I eliminate the seeds, so its all a matter of personal taste. I've also soaked the dried chiles before blending to extract a little more flavor although I have found that this is not necessary if you pulverize the ingredients and put them through a food mill. Tabasco Talk: I love the stuff but find like allot of sauces some have there place. (eggs,gravy & biscuits!) ChileHeads: As for ChileHeads if you only put one drop of Tabasco on your eggs in the morning then your an official Chilehead after its not the tolerance level that makes a ChileHead but the love of Chiles... 8^) M&M Subia CH #1086 and #1087 Parker Co.