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Cheddar Baked Jalapeño Poppers

Cheddar baked jalapeño poppers on pan.

Bold jalapeño heat meets melty cheddar in this irresistible appetizer—made even better with fresh-picked peppers from your garden!

Ingredients:

  • 8 whole jalapeño peppers
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 6oz softened cream cheese
  • 1 thinly sliced green onion
  • 1/4 tsp ground cumin
  • 1/4 tsp ground coriander
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • Zest of 1 lime
  • 1 tsp chili powder

Instructions:

  1. Halve and clean 8 jalepeno peppers.
  2. In a medium bowl mix remaining ingredients.
  3. Stuff halved peppers with mixture.
  4. Top with an additional sprinkle of cheddar cheese and a dash of chili powder.
  5. Bake at 425 degrees F for 12-15 minutes or until golden and melty.