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Pepper Poppers

Bacon-wrapped jalapeno peppers stuffed with melty pimento cheese and seasonings will become a new starter favorite for backyard BBQs.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Servings: 16 Poppers
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: American, Southwestern
Calories: 136

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

Method
 

  1. Bring the smoker/grill to 200 degrees F.
  2. Fill each jalapeno pepper half with the pimetno cheese spread.
  3. Wrap each stuffed jalapeno boat with a slice of bacon. Pierce with toothpicks to hold the bacon in place.
  4. Smoke the poppers for 60-80 minutes, or until the peppers soften and the bacon is starting to crisp.
  5. Remove from heat, cool slightly, and serve.

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

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.

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