Wednesday, July 06, 2005

Recipe: Baked Texas Jalapeno Peppers

Here's a spicy recipe for those who enjoy a little extra zip on their menu :-)
Baked Texas Jalapeno Peppers
25 medium jalapeno peppers
1 (8 oz.) package cream cheese, softened
3 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1 1/4 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
Cut jalapeno peppers in half lengthwise: remove seeds. Place peppers in boiling water for 5 minutes: drain well. Combine cream cheese, cheddar cheese and Worchestershire sauce, stir well. Place one heaping teaspoon of cheese mixture on each pepper half. Sprinkle with bacon and place on a baking sheet. Bake at 400�F for 5 minutes or until cheese is melted.

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