Jalapeño Poppers

Jalapeño Poppers
25
2 Reviews
The cheese and sausage filling is delicious in this spicy game day favorite.
25 min
Prep Time
50 min
Total Time
20 servings

Ingredients

10 to 15 medium
jalapeño peppers
5 (3/4-ounce) slices
Land O Lakes® 4 Cheese Italian Blend
1 (8-ounce) package
cream cheese, softened
12 ounces
bulk Italian sausage, cooked
 
5 to 8 (3/4-ounce) slices
Land O Lakes® 4 Cheese Italian Blend, cut into 4 strips, if desired

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 425°F. Line baking sheet with parchment paper; set aside.
  2. Cut top off each pepper; cut each in half lengthwise. Scoop out center membrane and seeds; set aside.
  3. Place 5 slices cheese in food processor bowl fitted with metal blade. Pulse until crumbled. Add cream cheese; pulse until well combined. Combine cheese mixture and sausage in medium bowl.
  4. Spoon mixture into large resealable freezer bag; cut off 1 corner. Pipe filling into each pepper half.
  5. Place peppers onto prepared baking sheet. Bake 12-15 minutes or until peppers are softened and cheese is lightly browned.
  6. Place 1 strip cheese onto each popper, if desired. Bake 1-2 minutes or until melted. Serve warm.

Recipe Tips

Be careful when handling jalapeños, the oils in the pepper can irritate the skin. Wash hands immediately after handling or wear disposable gloves.

Nutrition Facts (1 serving)

Calories
150
Cholesterol
35mg
Carbohydrates
3g
Protein
7g
Fat
12g
Sodium
410mg
Dietary Fiber
0g

Recipe Comments and Reviews

Rating

I made these during football season.Awesome for any holiday.they not last always! Make plenty.

Posted August 02, 2014 by kataba

Rating

I have made these many times. They are absolutely deliscious and never last long.

Posted November 02, 2013 by Elke

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