~½ cup Smoked White Cheddar Cheesefor topping, shredded
Filling
8ozCream Cheesesoftened
¼cupSmoked White Cheddar Cheeseshredded
1Jalapeño Pepperfinely diced
¼cupRed Bell Pepperfinely diced
2tablespoonsSour Cream
½teaspoonPaprika
½teaspoonGarlic Powder
Instructions
Preheat oven to 300°F
Cut the jalapeños in half lengthwise and remove all of the ribs and seeds. Place the jalapeños cut side up and arrange in a single layer in a 9x13 glass baking dish.
Filling
In a large mixing bowl combine the cream cheese, cheddar cheese, jalapeño, red pepper, sour cream, paprika, and garlic powder. Using a hand mixer, mix on high for 2-3 minutes until everything is fully combined.
Transfer the filling into a piping bag (optional), and disperse the filling equally between all of the jalapeños.
Press one piece of bacon onto the top of each jalapeño popper.
Sprinkle extra shredded cheddar cheese on top.
Bake for 30 minutes, after 30 minutes turn off the oven and let the jalapeño poppers sit in the oven for 20 more minutes.
Serve immediately.
Notes
To reheat poppers; bake at 300°F oven for 15-20 minutes.