Baked Jalapeno Poppers

Fresh halved jalapeno peppers stuffed with sharp cheddar and Monterrey Jack cheeses, and bacon, and seasoned with garlic powder and salt. Jalapeno's are rolled in breadcrumbs and baked until golden brown.

Ingredients -

1 pound Fresh Jalapenos, halved and seeded
1/2 cup Breadcrumbs

Filling:
1 (8 ounces) package Cream Cheese
1 cup shredded Sharp Cheddar Cheese
1 cup shredded Monterrey Jack Cheese
6 slices Bacon, cooked crisp and crumbled
1/4 teaspoon Salt
1/4 teaspoon Garlic Powder

Preparation:

1. Preheat oven to 300 F.

2. In a medium mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, cheddar, Monterrey jack, crumbled bacon, salt, garlic powder. Mix well.

3. Fill each jalapeno half with an equal amount of filling.

4. Roll jalapenos in breadcrumbs.

5. Place jalapenos on non-stick or greased baking sheet.

6. Bake 20 minutes.

Appetizer Tips -

Extended Baking Time

Recipe calls for 20 minutes baking time, which should be considered a minimum amount of time. Baking jalapenos longer will result in milder poppers.

Appetizer Tips -

Fresh Jalapenos

Fresh Jalapenos are relatively mild hot peppers in comparison to others. There really is not a good substitute for the jalapenos unless you want a really hot appetizer.

Appetizer Tips -

Breadcrumbs

Breadcrumbs should be very fine for this recipe. Pulse homemade or store bought breadcrumbs for the best results.