Desert Fire Jalapeños Recipe
Stuffed with 4 different cheeses, bacon wrapped, chilled lime cilantro sauce. Hot & spicy.
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Ingredients
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Stuffed Jalapeños
Chilled Lime Cilantro Sauce
Method
Stuffed Jalapeños Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Jalapeños
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Slice each jalapeño in half lengthwise and remove the seeds and membranes for less heat, if desired.
- 2
Make the Cheese Filling
In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, sharp cheddar cheese, Monterey Jack cheese, and pepper jack cheese. Mix until well combined and creamy.
- 3
Stuff the Jalapeños
Using a spoon or piping bag, fill each jalapeño half with the cheese mixture. Make sure to pack it in well.
- 4
Wrap with Bacon
Wrap each stuffed jalapeño with a slice of bacon, securing it with a toothpick if necessary.
- 5
Bake the Jalapeños
Place the bacon-wrapped jalapeños on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes until the bacon is crispy and the cheese is bubbly.
Chilled Lime Cilantro Sauce Preparation
- 6
Combine Ingredients
In a bowl, combine fresh lime juice, chopped cilantro, sour cream, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until smooth.
- 7
Chill the Sauce
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the sauce for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
