Baked Jalapeno Peppers

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I like Jalapeno Peppers stuffed with cheeses and a little spice to kick it up. These are good for you because you don't fry them, you BAKE these. Serve with your choice of dipping sauce or just plain as the cheese blend is so good all by itself.

Ingredients
12 fresh jalapeno peppers, halved lengthwise, stems, seeds and membranes removed
6 ounces cream cheese, softened
1 1/2 cups grated Monterey Jack or mozzarella cheese
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon cayenne, or less, to taste
2 large eggs
2 tablespoons milk
8 teaspoons Essence, recipe follows (yes I use Emeril's recipe for this)
1 cup ritz cracker crumbs, or fine dry breadcrumbs or Panko bread crumbs
1/2 cup all-purpose flour

Directions First slice your Jalapenos stem end off and then in half the long way, and remove seeds! Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Lightly grease a baking sheet and set aside. In a bowl, cream...
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Nutritions

Calories
247

Sodium
307mg
12% DV

Fat
12g
19% DV

Protein
7g
15% DV

Carbs
23g
8% DV

Fiber
3g
15% DV