Bacon-Wrapped Cajun Jalapenos Recipe

Bacon-Wrapped Cajun Jalapenos Recipe
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“These peppers are so addictive that if I want any for myself, I either need to make a double batch or hide some,” relates Linda Foreman of Locust Grove, Oklahoma. “The jalapenos are not that spicy after they are baked (I take out the seeds and white membrane), but have a wonderful flavor.”

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  • 16 Servings
  • Prep: 20 min. Bake: 25 min.

Ingredients

  • 8 large jalapeno peppers
  • 1 package (3 ounces) cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup finely shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
  • 8 thick-sliced peppered bacon strips

Directions

  • Cut jalapenos in half lengthwise; remove seeds and center membranes. In a small bowl, combine the cream cheese, cheddar cheese and Cajun seasoning. Stuff about 1-1/2 teaspoonfuls into each pepper half.
  • Cut bacon strips in half widthwise. In a large skillet, cook bacon until partially cooked. Wrap a bacon piece around each pepper; secure with a toothpick.
  • Place on a wire rack in a shallow baking pan. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until bacon is crisp. Discard toothpicks. Serve immediately. Yield: 16 appetizers.

Nutrition Facts: 1 serving (1 each) equals 58 calories, 5 g fat (3 g saturated fat), 15 mg cholesterol, 204 mg sodium, 1 g carbohydrate, trace fiber, 2 g protein.

Bacon-Wrapped Cajun Jalapenos published in Taste of Home October/November 2006, p56

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Bacon-Wrapped Cajun Jalapenos Recipe

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Reviewed on Nov. 07, 2009 by jayla50

Delicious!

Reviewed on Jul. 01, 2009 by PianoJanie

Our family loves these peppers. Today I cooked the bacon first, crumbled it, and placed a bit in each pepper half before stuffing in the cheese mixture -- then baked as usual. They turned out well. They are a bit healthier this way since much of the grease has been cooked out of the bacon - instead of soaking the peppers in grease as they cook. Plus they were a bit easier to assemble.

Reviewed on Dec. 25, 2007 by cllakegrl

I usually use a bit more of the stuffing than what this calls for. I also don't wrap the bacon..takes too long for me...I just lay the slice over the pepper. I then stab it with the toothpick...or just leave them alone. I can't make enough...EVERYONE that has ever tried this recipe loves it! My mother hates hot things, but after cooking the peppers for 30 min., they are not hot. Another piece of advice...wear rubber gloves when handling the peppers, and do all work under water...helps with the heat on you! Use Tony Chacheries (don't know spelling) for Cajun spice if you want...I do. This recipe is a must for everyone!!!

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