Baby Peppers Stuffed with Spiced Cream Cheese

1. 1

   Set oven to 400F (200C).

2. 2

   Wash and remove the stems from the baby sweet bell peppers.

3. 3

   Cut in half lengthwise and remove any seeds or membrane to create a boat.

4. 4

   Usually there's very little tidy-up depending on the peppers.

5. 5

   Sprinkle the salt on the garlic and mash with the back of your knife into a paste (if desired).

6. 6

   In a small bowl, mix together the cream cheese, Monterey jack cheese, jalapeno peppers (optional), garlic and black pepper.

7. 7

   Place a teaspoon (more or less) of the cheese mixture into each pepper half and place on a greased baking sheet.

8. 8

   Bake in the oven for up to 10 minutes.

9. 9

   Remove, transfer to a serving platter, allow to cool for one minute and then serve warm.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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