Sweet & Spicy Jalapeno Poppers

By á-46

Ingredients

• 6 jalapeno peppers
• 4 ounces PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese (softened or cubed), softened
• 2 tablespoons shredded cheddar cheese
• 6 bacon strips, halved widthwise
• 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon chili seasoning
• Editor's Note: We recommend wearing disposable gloves when cutting hot peppers. Avoid touching your face.

Preparation

Step 1

Cut jalapenos in half lengthwise and remove seeds; set aside. In a small bowl, beat cheeses until blended. Spoon into pepper halves. Wrap a half-strip of bacon around each pepper half.


Combine brown sugar and chili seasoning; coat peppers with sugar mixture. Place in a greased 15-in. x 10-in. x 1-in. baking pan.


Bake at 350° for 18-20 minutes or until bacon is firm. Yield: 1 dozen.

Editor's Note: We recommend wearing disposable gloves when cutting hot peppers. Avoid touching your face.