Name: Pepper Poppers
Ingredients: 8 ounce cream cheese, softened; 4 ounce sharp cheddar cheese, shredded; 4 ounce Monterey jack cheese, shredded; 6 bacon slices, cooked and crumbled, optional; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon chili powder; 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder; 1 pound fresh jalapenos, seeded, halved lengthwise; 1/2 cup dry bread crumbs; sour cream, onion dip or ranch salad dressing

Pepper Poppers

Ingredients

8 ounces cream cheese, softened
4 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
4 ounces Monterey jack cheese, shredded
6 bacon slices, cooked and crumbled, optional
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon chili powder
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1 pound fresh jalapenos, seeded, halved lengthwise
1/2 cup dry bread crumbs
sour cream, onion dip or ranch salad dressing

Instructions

In a mixing bowl, combine cheeses, bacon and seasonings.; mix well. Spoon about 2 Tbs. into each pepper half. Roll in bread crumbs. Place in a greased 15x10x1" baking pan. Bake, uncovered, 300 degrees for 20 min. for spicy flavor, 30 min. for med. and 40 min. for mild. Serve with sour cream or dressing.