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iknowftbll
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What are you serving up for the big game? I haven't quite made up my mind yet on the main course, but I know what appetizer I'll be cooking up: Stuffed Jalapenos! Here's how I make them:
I start by cutting the stem off the peppers and then cutting them in half lengthwise. Then hollow out the membrane that holds the seeds in place. This is an easy but time consuming process.
Next make the filling. I don't use a precise measuring system, I just sort of know it off the top of my head. How much you make will depend on how many peppers you have and how large or small they are. Let's assume you have 15-20 peppers averaging 2 1/2 inches long.
Take a can of shredded chicken breast (or chunks - you can mash them with a fork). Add a block of cream cheese, (maybe a little more, again, depending on quantity and size of your peppers). Mix in a healthy amount of Sweet Baby Rays BBQ sauce, then sprinkle a light dusting of garlic powder on top. Stir until the mixture is even throughout.
Use a fork or spoon to fill the peppers. Once this is complete, add a strip of bacon to the top, gently pressing it in so the filling holds it in place. I usually cut one bacon strip into 3 or four pieces, depending on the length of the peppers. Some people wrap them, but that only works if you are using an oven. I use my smoker, so wrapping will get you burnt bacon on the bottom.
Once the bacon has been added, it's time to throw your peppers on the smoker. I have a grill/smoker and I arrange my coals in the middle, with the peppers to the left and right. Don't put the peppers directly over the coals because they will burn. I like to add wet applewood chips, which gives awesome smokey flavor.
Now most of you know what bacon looks like when it's done. On my smoker it usually takes 30-45 minutes to cook the bacon, but your mileage will vary based on the type of grill you have and how you arrange the coals. Once you pull these from the smoker, it's a good idea to let them sit for a couple minutes, otherwise the filling might run and make a big mess.
Jalapenos are a moderately hot pepper, but once you remove the membrane and seeds, you've taken about 90% of the heat out. You'll still get a bit of a kick from these, but it's not intolerable, even for a light weight.
Serve these at your Super Bowl party and your friends may remember them even more than the game!
Let's hear your recipes! What is your favorite food to serve up for the big game?
I start by cutting the stem off the peppers and then cutting them in half lengthwise. Then hollow out the membrane that holds the seeds in place. This is an easy but time consuming process.
Next make the filling. I don't use a precise measuring system, I just sort of know it off the top of my head. How much you make will depend on how many peppers you have and how large or small they are. Let's assume you have 15-20 peppers averaging 2 1/2 inches long.
Take a can of shredded chicken breast (or chunks - you can mash them with a fork). Add a block of cream cheese, (maybe a little more, again, depending on quantity and size of your peppers). Mix in a healthy amount of Sweet Baby Rays BBQ sauce, then sprinkle a light dusting of garlic powder on top. Stir until the mixture is even throughout.
Use a fork or spoon to fill the peppers. Once this is complete, add a strip of bacon to the top, gently pressing it in so the filling holds it in place. I usually cut one bacon strip into 3 or four pieces, depending on the length of the peppers. Some people wrap them, but that only works if you are using an oven. I use my smoker, so wrapping will get you burnt bacon on the bottom.
Once the bacon has been added, it's time to throw your peppers on the smoker. I have a grill/smoker and I arrange my coals in the middle, with the peppers to the left and right. Don't put the peppers directly over the coals because they will burn. I like to add wet applewood chips, which gives awesome smokey flavor.
Now most of you know what bacon looks like when it's done. On my smoker it usually takes 30-45 minutes to cook the bacon, but your mileage will vary based on the type of grill you have and how you arrange the coals. Once you pull these from the smoker, it's a good idea to let them sit for a couple minutes, otherwise the filling might run and make a big mess.
Jalapenos are a moderately hot pepper, but once you remove the membrane and seeds, you've taken about 90% of the heat out. You'll still get a bit of a kick from these, but it's not intolerable, even for a light weight.
Serve these at your Super Bowl party and your friends may remember them even more than the game!
Let's hear your recipes! What is your favorite food to serve up for the big game?