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Sausage Stuffed Jalapeños

Bring on the heat with a cheesy gooey jalapeno stuffed with sausage. This spicy appetizer pairs well with your favorite cold beverage!

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
20 mins
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 225 kcal
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 4 ounces cream cheese softened
  • 1/2 cup grated sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 4 ounce sausage cooked and crumbled
  • 2 scallions chopped (white and green parts)
  • 6 Jalapeno peppers halved lengthwise, seeds removed
  • 3 cooked bacon slices cut in half (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons butter melted
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika smoked preferably
  • 1/2 cup panko or plain breadcrumbs

Instructions

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  1. Pre-heat oven to 400°F degrees and spray a baking sheet with cooking spray or line with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, stir together the cream cheese, cumin, chili powder, garlic powder.
  3. Fold in the shredded cheese, sausage, and scallions. Spoon the mixture into the jalapeño halves and place them on the baking sheet.
  4. In a small bowl, stir together the butter, paprika and panko, breadcrumbs or pork rinds. Spoon mixture onto the filled jalapeño halves. Bake for 15 minutes or until bubbly and golden.

Notes

  • Add some BACON! Pre-cook it so that it's still soft and pliable. Wrap a half slice over the jalapeño after it is cook or chopped the bacon up in pieces and place on top.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1g Calories 225kcal (11%) Carbohydrates 8g (3%) Protein 12g (24%) Fat 25g (38%) Saturated Fat 13g (65%) Polyunsaturated Fat 10g Cholesterol 65mg (22%) Sodium 573mg (24%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 3g (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 225

% Daily Value*

Serving 1g
Calories 225kcal 11%
Carbohydrates 8g 3%
Protein 12g 24%
Fat 25g 38%
Saturated Fat 13g 65%
Polyunsaturated Fat 10g 59%
Cholesterol 65mg 22%
Sodium 573mg 24%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 3g 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.