Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • 10 jalapeno peppers
  • 6 slices thin-sliced bacon ((use 20 slices bacon for bacon-wrapped poppers - see recipe notes))
  • 8 ounces cream cheese softened
  • 8 ounces shredded white cheddar cheese
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • FOR SERVING: fresh chopped cilantro (spicy chili flakes)

Instruction

  • Slice the jalapeno peppers in half lengthwise and core out the innards.
  • Cook the bacon in a pan over medium heat until the fat renders and the bacon becomes nice and crispy, about 8-10 minutes. Drain the bacon on paper towels and let them cool. Crumble them into a mixing bowl, but reserve some for topping.
  • Add the cream cheese, cheddar cheese and spices to the mixing bowl. Mix until well combined.
  • Fill each jalapeno slice with the spiced cheese mixture.
  • Heat a grill to medium heat and grill the jalapeno poppers for 10-15 minutes, or until the poppers are done to your liking.
  • Remove from heat, garnish with extra crumbled bacon, red pepper flakes and fresh chopped cilantro, and serve.