Shelly's Recipe

STUFFED JALAPENOS

Category: Hot

12 medium jalapeno chilies (preferably with stems attached)
8 oz cream cheese, at room temperature
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
4 slices (thin) Black Forest ham, chopped fine
1 tbsp lime juice
1 tsp chili powder
2 scallions, chopped fine
1/2 tsp salt

Adjust oven rack to middle position and heat oven to 350 degrees. Cut each jalapeno lengthwise through stem (you should end up with 2 complete halves) and remove ribs and seeds. Combine cream cheese, cheddar, ham, lime juice, chili powder, scallions, and salt in bowl. Fill each jalapeno half with cheese mixture. Place jalapenos on parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake until filling is hot, about 20 minutes. Cool slightly and serve warm.

Makes 24 pieces

Make-Ahead Note: The stuffed jalapenos can be refrigerated up to 1 day. Let them sit at room temperature for 20 minutes before baking.