Jalapeno Poppers

Name: Jalapeno Poppers
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: about 2 dozen
Cuisine: North America, Mexican
Ingredients: 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened; 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese; 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese; 6 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder; 1/4 teaspoon chili powder; 1 pound fresh jalapenos, halved lengthwise and seeded; 1/2 cup dry bread crumbs; Sour cream, onion dip or ranch salad dressing

Total Time Prep: 25 min. Bake: 15 min.

Yield about 2 dozen

Test Kitchen Approved

This jalapeno popper recipe is just what you need when there's a game on or company coming. They're quick and easy to assemble, and make a delicious complement to your other party-food favorites.

Ingredients

1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
6 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon chili powder
1 pound fresh jalapenos, halved lengthwise and seeded
1/2 cup dry bread crumbs
Sour cream, onion dip or ranch salad dressing

Directions

Preheat oven to 325°. In a large bowl, combine cheeses, bacon and seasonings; mix well. Spoon about 2 tablespoons into each pepper half. Roll in bread crumbs.
Place in a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Bake, uncovered, until cheese is melted and peppers are heated through, 15-20 minutes. Serve with sour cream, dip or dressing.

Nutrition Facts

1 popper: 94 calories, 7g fat (4g saturated fat), 20mg cholesterol, 167mg sodium, 4g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 4g protein.

These creamy stuffed jalapeno poppers have some bite. They may be the most popular treats I make! My husband is always hinting that I should make a batch. —Lisa Byington, Johnson City, New York

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