Weekend Cooking
January 16, 2010
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Posted by Heather
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So. Did you know, I’ve had a recipe published in a cookbook? I didn’t either, until I bought the cookbook and found it inside. I had no. idea. It was so. cool. You can imagine my surprise! Wanna see?
This is the only recipe I have ever submitted to All Recipes. I have a pretty good rating too! It’s really versatile, freeze really, really well, and are addicting! When we want them a little spicier I use pepper jack cheese. And they are just as good baked. They are a ton of work, but it’s really worth it. They are pretty close to restaurant quality, if I do say so myself. I tried really hard to get them that way anyway!
Also, some people parboil the jalapenos first. I usually don’t because my hubby doesn’t like it. The three coatings of flour and bread crumbs are essential, this keeps the cheese from leaking out during frying or baking. I have been known to cheat and not do the flour layer, but they really aren’t as good. Many people in comments on this recipe say they don’t like the bacon, but we love the smoky flavor this adds. Too each his own!
Best Ever Jalapeno Poppers
Ingredients:
- 12 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 (8 ounce) package shredded Cheddar cheese
- 1 tablespoon bacon bits
- 12 ounces jalapeno peppers, seeded and halved
- 1 cup milk
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup dry bread crumbs
- 2 quarts oil for frying
Directions:
1. In a medium bowl, mix the cream cheese, Cheddar cheese and bacon bits. Spoon this mixture into the jalapeno pepper halves.
2. Put the milk and flour into two separate small bowls. Dip the stuffed jalapenos first into the milk then into the flour, making sure they are well coated with each. Allow the coated jalapenos to dry for about 10 minutes.
3. Dip the jalapenos in milk again and roll them through the breadcrumbs. Allow them to dry, then repeat to ensure the entire surface of the jalapeno is coated.
4. In a medium skillet, heat the oil to 365 degrees F ( 180 degrees C). Deep fry the coated jalapenos 2 to 3 minutes each, until golden brown. Remove and let drain on a paper towel.
These are great for Super Bowl parties. 
Edit: It just occurred to me that I didn’t include the title of the cookbook! It’s a really nice cookbook. It has over 250 5 star recipes from All Recipes. There are a lot of favorites in here for us.
IndieBound
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Mmmm these sound very tasty! Thanks for sharing the recipe!
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I’m so impressed that you’re a published cook! I bet they’re better than restaurant quality!
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JoAnn Reply:
January 16th, 2010 at 10:35 am
How cool is that?? We love popovers…will try your variation.
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That is so cool! Congratulations! I’m going to have to try your recipe – it sounds really good and easy!
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wow, that is very, very cool and they sounds very, very delicious.
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Having a recipe published is very impressive. Congratulations. These do sound unique, at least to me, and delicious. Thanks for sharing the recipe.
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How cool is that to have a published recipe? Wow!!! I’m very impressed. These sound wonderful, and my husband would go nuts for them. Ymmmmmm.
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Congratulations that great!
I’m surprised they wouldn’t have contacted you to let you know it was included. Despite that it’s an awesome accomplishment.
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sounds really good. wish I were one of those deep frying people, I tend to back stuff.
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oops, I meant ‘bake’ stuff.
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Congratulations on having a recipe published! We don’t really do spicy food around here but I bet these are great for those who like that stuff
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Congratulations! How exciting to see your recipe in print. I’m a freelance writer and have been trying to move into food writing. One magazine is interested in a recipe feature I pitched, but they haven’t committed yet.
Your jalapeno poppers sound delicious, but I can’t eat dairy
Way to go!
Sue
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How very cool! I love AllRecipes and have all of their cookbooks. I’m definitely going to try this…I’m not big on frying at home, so I’m glad you mentioned they could be baked.
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