Baked Jalapeño Poppers

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Level: Easy

Serves: 10

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Description

A lightened-up take on classic party food.

Ingredients

  • 10 whole Jalapeños
  • 8 ounces, weight Neufchâtel Cheese, Softened
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese, Divided
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Powder
  • ¼ teaspoons Black Pepper
  • 1 dash Cayenne Pepper

Preparation

Preheat oven to 350ºF. Slice jalapeños in half and use a spoon to scoop out most of the seeds.

In a bowl, mix together the Neufchâtel cheese, 1/3 cup cheddar, chili powder, black pepper, and cayenne. Spoon mixture into each jalapeño half and arrange on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or foil. Sprinkle remaining cheddar on top.

Bake in the oven for 30 minutes, or until cheese is bubbly and just beginning to brown.

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