Bacon and Jalapeno Popper Grilled Cheese Sandwiches
Jalapenos are the most popular chile peppers in the US. This is probably due to the availability and versatility of the chile. Jalapenos have a balanced combination of flavor and heat.
The demand for these have caused breeders to develop a broad range of varieties. You can now get jalapenos with various heat level and sizes. These can be used in salsas, stuffed, or eaten straight with cheeseburgers (my personal favorite).
Serving Size: 4
- 8-10 jalapenos (depending on the size…8 if large, more if not)
- 8 slices texas toast
- 8oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 cups Mont. Jack cheese, shredded
- 10 thick slices cooked,crispy bacon
- butter
Instructions
Set your oven to broil. Place the jalapenos on a baking sheet & broil for about 3 minutes on each side, until the skins are charred. Immedietly place the jalapenos into a ziploc bag, or well sealed container, for about 15 minutes. Remove & peel off the skins & remove the seeds.
Combine the cream cheese & shredded mexican cheese. Spread it evenly between the 4 slices of bread. Top with the cooked bacon. Divide the jalapenos between all 4 slices of bread. Top with the remaining slices of bread.
Melt some butter in a skillet & fry each sandwich on both sides until nicely browned.
Cut in half, and serve.