Great for any family cookout. Hot with bold flavor. This recipe can be found in our Garden Fresh Cookbook.

 

Jalapeno Peppers
Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
30 mins
 
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Mexican
Servings: 12 servings
Ingredients
  • 1/2 c. cream cheese
  • 1/2 c. shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
  • 12 whole jalapeno peppers halved, seeds and membranes removed
  • 12 slices precooked bacon
Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 400 °F. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil.
  2. Mix cream cheese and Cheddar cheese together in a medium-sized bowl until evenly blended.
  3. Fill each jalapeno half with the cheese mixture.
  4. Wrap each stuffed pepper with a slice of precooked bacon. Arrange bacon-wrapped peppers on the prepared baking sheet.
  5. Bake in oven or place on grill until bacon is crispy and cheese is melted about 15 minutes.
Recipe Notes

Tip: A jalapeno pepper is a medium to large size chili which is prized for its warm, burning sensation when eaten. Wear rubber gloves, while handling peppers during food preparation to prevent a skin burn.