Jalapeno Poppers

Jalapeno Poppers

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These are classic poppers, they are easy and versatile!

INGREDIENTS:

12 oz. cream cheese, soft

8 oz. shredded cheddar cheese

1 Tbsp. bacon bits (optional)

12 oz. jalapeno peppers, seeded and halved

(I've used larger peppers for the kids, less spicy, shown in picture above, hubby loves the classic spicy jalapeno)

1 c. milk

1 c. all-purpose flour

1 c. dry bread crumbs (I've used crushed ritz crackers in a pinch too)

2 qts oil for frying

DIRECTIONS:

1. In medium bowl, mix cream cheese, cheddar cheese and bacon bits. Spoon this mix into pepper halves.

2. Put milk and flour into 2 separate small bowls. Dip stuffed jalapenos first into milk then into flour, making sure well coated with each. Allow the coated jalapenos to dry for 10 min.

3. Dip jalapenos in milk again and roll them through the breadcrumbs. Allow them to dry, then repeat to ensure the entire surface of the jalapeno is coated (I pat the crumbs with my fingers in ensure covering.)

4. Heat deep fryer to 365*. Deep fry the coated jalapenos 2-3 min each, until golden brown. Remove and let drain on a paper towel.

**Make sure to use gloves when handling hot peppers! And beware of hot oil IT BURNS!**

ENJOY!