Bob Evans
Spice things up for your next social gathering with Bacon-Wrapped Jalapeño Poppers, an easy-to-make side dish that's full of flavor.
Bacon-Wrapped Jalapeño Poppers
Prep time: 30 minutes
Cook time: 30 minutes
Serves: 40
Ingredients
- 2 packages Bob Evans Thick Sliced Hardwood Smoked Bacon, slices cut in half
- 1 package Bob Evans White Cheddar Mashed Potatoes
- 1 package garlic herb cheese spread
- 20 jalapeño peppers, halved, seeded with membranes removed
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
Directions
Heat oven to 400 F. Set bacon out to thaw to room temperature so it is pliable.
In mixing bowl, use rubber spatula to combine mashed potatoes and garlic herb cheese. Stir until incorporated. Spread 1 teaspoon mashed potato mixture in each jalapeño half; level each with butter knife or spatula.
Wrap each jalapeño with bacon; use three half slices for large jalapeños or two halves for smaller sizes. Be sure bacon is wrapped sealing in mashed potato mixture tightly.
In small mixing bowl, combine brown sugar and cayenne pepper. Generously sprinkle over bacon and pat gently to make it stick.
Line cookie sheet with piece of parchment paper so sugar does not burn to pan. Bake until bacon reaches desired crispiness, around 25-35 minutes. Let peppers cool slightly before serving, about 5 minutes.
(article courtesy of Family Features and Bob Evans)