Pepper Poppers
Bacon-wrapped jalapeno peppers stuffed with melty pimento cheese and seasonings will become a new starter favorite for backyard BBQs.
Ingredients
- 8 ea Jalapeno Peppers Washed, Halved, Seeded
- 8 oz Pimento Cheese Spread https://www.roguechef.com/?p=4319
- 16 slices Bacon thin cut, ~ 1 lb
Instructions
- Bring the smoker/grill to 200 degrees F.
- Fill each jalapeno pepper half with the pimetno cheese spread.
- Wrap each stuffed jalapeno boat with a slice of bacon. Pierce with toothpicks to hold the bacon in place.
- Smoke the poppers for 60-80 minutes, or until the peppers soften and the bacon is starting to crisp.
- Remove from heat, cool slightly, and serve.
Notes
As an alternative, for those without a grill/ smoker.
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil.
- Assemble as above.
- Bake in the preheated oven until bacon is crispy, 25 to 35 minutes.
Nutrition
Calories: 136kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0.03gCholesterol: 22mgSodium: 293mgPotassium: 45mgFiber: 0.01gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 142IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 53mgIron: 0.1mg
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