Bacon-Wrapped Stuffed Jalapenos

By garciamoss

Ingredients

• 24 medium jalapeno peppers
• 1 pound uncooked chorizo or Johnsonville® Hot Ground Sausage
• 2 cups (8 ounces) shredded cheddar cheese
• 12 bacon strips, cut in half

Preparation

Step 1

Make a lengthwise cut in each jalapeno, about 1/8 in. deep; remove seeds. Combine the sausage and cheese; stuff into jalapenos. Wrap each with a piece of bacon; secure with toothpicks.
Prepare grill for indirect heat, using a drip pan. Place jalapenos over pan; grill, covered, over indirect medium heat for 17-20 minutes on each side or until a meat thermometer inserted into filling reads 160°. Grill, covered, over direct heat 1-2 minutes longer or until bacon is crisp. Yield: 2 dozen.

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