Jalapeno Popper Sandwich Delight (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Main Ingredients
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2 jalapenos, sliced lengthwise, seeds and membranes removed
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4 ounces cream cheese
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4 slices beef bacon, crispy cooked
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2 slices Monterey Jack cheese
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2 slices sharp cheddar cheese
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4 slices Italian bread
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Cilantro, chopped (optional)
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Pats of butter
# Instructions:
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Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Stuff each jalapeno half with approximately 1 ounce of cream cheese. Bake stuffed jalapenos on a baking sheet for 25-30 minutes. Remove from oven.
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Place 1 slice each of cheddar cheese on 2 bread slices. Place 1 slice each of Monterey Jack cheese on the remaining 2 bread slices. Each sandwich will have both types of cheese. Slice the cooked stuffed jalapenos into bite-size pieces and divide them between the 2 slices of bread with cheddar cheese. Add the 4 slices of beef bacon to the slices of bread with Monterey Jack cheese. If desired, add chopped cilantro to one side. Combine the slices of bread to form 2 sandwiches.
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Top each sandwich with several pats of butter. Place in a skillet over medium-low heat, butter side down. Top with more pats of butter. Grill each side until lightly browned. Cheese should be melted and gooey.
# Notes:
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Use gloves to cut the peppers in half and remove the seeds. Wash hands thoroughly after working with peppers to avoid irritation.
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Mound a small amount of cream cheese in the peppers to prevent overflow during baking.
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For firmer stuffed jalapenos, reduce the baking time by 10 minutes.
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Use good quality smoked nitrate-free bacon.
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Opt for thick bakery-style white bread, Italian bread, or European artisan bread for the best results.
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Select thick, high-quality slices of cheese, as it should be the star of the dish.