Smoked Jalapeño Poppers

Submitted by Chef #420960

"Best done in an electric smoker."

 

• Ready In: 2hrs 5mins
• Ingredients: 8
• Yields: 12 12
• Serves: 6

ingredients

• 6 jalapenos
• 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 1⁄4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1⁄4 teaspoon salt
• 1⁄4 teaspoon pepper
• 1⁄4 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 2 tablespoons diced red onions
• 6 slices bacon

directions

1. Mix cream cheese, cheddar, onion, seasonings in a bowl.
2. Slice jalapeños in half long-ways and scoop out seeds and pith.
3. Stuff jalapeño halves with cheese mixture, a bit over filling the jalapeño half.
4. Slice each bacon slice in half and wrap around each jalapeño half, secure with toothpick if needed.
5. Smoke at 250 using a mild wood such as oak or alder. This can also probably be baked in the oven on a cookie sheet at 400 until bacon is crispy, or grilled (watch for grease fires).