Cottage Canoes

Did that name get your attention? These are actually stuffed jalapenos but different than other recipes on this site. The recipe by Fran Stephen was an award winner for appetizers that are great at the cottage - simple yet tasty! Prep time includes chilling.

• Ready In: 40 mins
• Yields: 12 appetizers

Ingredients

• 12  large  jalapenos
• 1 1⁄2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, finely shredded
• 1⁄4 cup mayonnaise
• 1  green onion, finely chopped
• 1⁄2 tablespoon celery, finely chopped
• 1⁄2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1  egg, beaten
• 1  cup  breadcrumbs

Directions

1. Cut the peppers in half lengthwise and remove seeds.
2. Mix the cheese, mayo, onion, celery, and Worcestershire sauce together.
3. Fill the peppers; press down on each top to flatten.
4. Chill in the fridge for 20 minutes.
5. Roll each pepper in the beaten egg, and then dredge in breadcrumbs to coat; place on a baking sheet.
6. Bake at 350°F for 10 to 12 minute or until tops are slightly crisp.