Jalapeño Poppers

Ingredients

• 12 fresh jalapeños, halved lengthwise and seeded
• 8 oz cream cheese, softened
• 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
• 1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1/2 tsp cumin
• 1/2 tsp onion powder
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 1/2 tsp kosher salt
• 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, roughly chopped

Steps

1. 1

   1. Preheat your oven to 425°F and line a baking sheet with foil or parchment paper.

2. 2

   2. In a bowl, mix together the cream cheese, cheddar, Monterey Jack, garlic, smoked paprika, cumin, onion powder, salt, and pepper until evenly combined.

3. 3

   3. Spoon the cheese mixture generously into each jalapeño half, mounding it slightly above the rim.

4. 4

   4. Arrange the stuffed jalapeños on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 18–22 minutes, until the peppers are tender, blistered, and the cheese is bubbling and golden in spots.

5. 5

   5. Transfer to a serving platter and immediately scatter the fresh chopped cilantro over the top before serving.