Appetizers

Baked Jalapeno Pepper Poppers

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I've been on a Jalapeno Popper adventure this last week. I've always wanted to make them, and decided it was time with football season here. I'm not a huge bacon fan, so the traditional jalapeno wrapped in bacon didn't appeal to me. I try not to deep fry as often as possible- so I went with a baked version.

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18 jalapenos

7 bacon strips

8 oz cream cheese

1 C. Monterey Jack cheese, shredded

1 C. Pepper Jack cheese, shredded

2 tsp lime juice

1/4 tsp chili powder

1 tsp salt

1/4 tsp pepper

1/3 C. bread or Panko crumbs
* Set the cream cheese out so it can soften. Cook the bacon in a large skillet until crispy. Move to a paper towel and let it cool while you wash, dry and cut the jalapenos. PUT GLOVES ON!! I liked the...
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Nutritions

Calories
398

Sodium
839mg
34% DV

Fat
32g
49% DV

Protein
17g
34% DV

Carbs
2g
0% DV

Fiber
1g
4% DV