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Pepper Poppers

Source of Recipe

Recipe Circus: Adraxlir


List of Ingredients

-1-8 oz. pkg. cream cheese, softened
-1 cup (4 ozs.) shredded sharp cheddar cheese
-1 cup (4 ozs.) shredded Monterey Jack cheese
-6 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
-1/4 tsp. salt
-1/4 tsp. chili powder
-1/4 tsp. garlic powder
-1 lb. fresh jalapenos, halved lengthwise and seeded*
-1/2 c. dry bread crumbs
-Sour cream, onion dip or ranch salad dressing




Recipe

-In a mixing bowl, combine the cheeses, bacon and seasonings, mix well.
-Spoon about 2 tablespoons into each pepper half.
-Roll in bread crumbs.
-Place in a greased 15-in. x 10-in. x 1-in. baking pan.
-Baked, uncovered, at 300 degrees for about 20 minutes for spicy flavor, 30 minutes for medium, and 40 minutes for mild.
-Serve with sour cream, dip or dressing.
-Yield: About 2 dozen.

*Editors note: When cutting or seeding hot peppers used rubber or plastic gloves to protect your hands. Avoid touching your face.

My notes: I add a bit more cheddar cheese, and use a jar of real bacon bits instead of frying up bacon