Baked Jalapenos Recipe

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This baked version of jalapeno poppers was developed by our home economists. The crunchy topping nicely complements the creamy filling.

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Baked Jalapenos Recipe
  • Prep: 20 min. Bake: 25 min.
  • Yield: 16 Servings
20 25 45

Ingredients

  • 1 package (3 ounces) cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 2/3 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 1 teaspoon minced fresh cilantro
  • 8 jalapeno peppers, halved lengthwise and seeded
  • 1 egg, lightly beaten
  • 3/4 cup cornflake crumbs

Directions

  • In a small bowl, beat cream cheese and cumin until smooth. Beat in Monterey Jack cheese and cilantro. Spoon into jalapeno halves.
  • Place egg and cornflake crumbs in separate shallow bowls. Dip filling side of jalapenos in egg, then coat with crumbs.
  • Place on a greased baking sheet with crumb side up. Bake at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until top is golden brown. Serve immediately. Yield: 16 appetizers.

Editor's Note: Wear disposable gloves when cutting hot peppers; the oils can burn skin. Avoid touching your face.

Nutritional Facts 1 serving (1 each) equals 58 calories, 4 g fat (2 g saturated fat), 23 mg cholesterol, 75 mg sodium, 4 g carbohydrate, trace fiber, 2 g protein.

Originally published as Baked Jalapenos in Taste of Home's Holiday & Celebrations Cookbook Annual 2006, p223

Medium-Bodied White Wine

Enjoy this recipe with a medium-bodied white wine such as Riesling or Gewürtztraminer

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Reviewed on May. 07, 2010 by minliz64

I doubled the recipe. I used crushed tortilla chips instead of corn flakes. You don't need the egg, the crumbs will stick to the filling.

VERY GOOD!

 
 
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