Homemade Jalapeno Poppers Recipe - Laura Vitale - Laura in the Kitchen Episode 818

cream cheese

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: ricotta cheese

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

cheddar cheese

🥗Healthier: reduced-fat cheddar

💰Cheaper: monterey jack cheese

Monterey jack is often cheaper and melts well.

bacon

🥗Healthier: turkey bacon

💰Cheaper: pork belly

Turkey bacon is lower in fat and calories.

Preheat the oven to 400°F (204°C).

Wash and halve the jalapenos lengthwise, removing ribs and seeds while keeping the tops on as much as possible.

In a bowl, mix together flour with salt and pepper.

In another bowl, beat together eggs, milk, and salt and pepper.

In a separate bowl, mix softened cream cheese with grated cheddar cheese until well combined.

Stuff each jalapeno half with the cheese mixture, ensuring an even layer without overstuffing.

Dredge each stuffed jalapeno in the seasoned flour, then dip into the egg mixture, and coat with breadcrumbs.

Place the coated jalapenos on a baking sheet lined with aluminum foil and sprayed with olive oil spray.

Spray the jalapenos with olive oil spray to ensure they get crispy while baking.

Bake in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes until golden brown and crispy.

Let the jalapeno poppers cool for about 15 minutes before serving.

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