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Jalapeño Poppers

Jalapeño Poppers
Jalapeño Poppers might be just the side dish you are searching for. One portion of this dish contains approximately 10g of protein, 16g of fat, and a total of 292 calories. This recipe serves 8. A mixture of bread crumbs, flour, cream cheese, and a handful of other ingredients are all it takes to make this recipe so tasty. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes roughly 45 minutes.

Instructions

1
Cut slit injalapeoslengthwise with a paring knife and remove seeds. Leave stems intact.
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In a large bowl, combine cream cheese, cheddar and cilantro, and mix well. Stuff jalapeos generously with cheese mixture.
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Warm 2 inches of oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until it reaches 375F.
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Arrange 3 bowls on a counter.
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Place flour in one, eggs in another and bread crumbs in third. One at a time, dip jalapeos in flour, then eggs, letting excess drip off.
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Roll each jalapeoin bread crumbs to coat. (Popperscan be made several hours ahead up to this point. Cover and refrigerate.)
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Fry a few peppers at a time in hot oil until golden brown, 3 to 5 minutes.
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Drain on paper towels. Return oil to 375F before beginning next batch.
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Serve warm.
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Ready In45 m.
Servings8
Health Score9
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