Jalapeño Pepper Poppers

Total Time: 1 hr 15 mins Preparation Time: 45 mins Cook Time: 30 mins

Ingredients

• Servings: 12
• 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
• 1 cup monterey jack cheese, shredded
• 6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon chili powder
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 lb fresh jalapeno, halved lengthwise and seeded
• 1/2 cup dry breadcrumbs
• ranch dip or salad dressing

Recipe

• 1 in a mixing bowl, combine the cheeses, bacon and seasonings. spoon about 2 tablespoons into each pepper half. roll in bread crumbs. place in a sheet pan sprayed with cooking spray. bake, uncovered, at 300 for 20 minutes for spicy, 30 min for medium, and 40 min for mild. serve with ranch dressing for dipping.