Baked Panko Crusted Jalapeno Poppers

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 400 F.

2. 2

   Cook bacon in a skillet over medium heat until just crisp.

3. 3

   Remove it to a paper towel lined plate and let it drain.

4. 4

   Chop it into very small pieces.

5. 5

   I think I used about 1 1/2 slices total.

6. 6

   Fill jalapeno halves with cream cheese and put them on a baking tray.

7. 7

   In a small bowl mix together bread crumbs, panko, Parmesan cheese, salt and pepper.

8. 8

   Stir to combine then drizzle crumb mixture with oil and mix to distribute oil through crumb mixture by rubbing crumbs together with your fingertips.

9. 9

   Mix in the finely chopped bacon.

10. 10

    Cover tops of jalapenos with the crumb mixture, pressing lightly to help the crumbs adhere.

11. 11

    Drizzle lightly with more olive oil if desired.

12. 12

    Reduce oven to 375 F, put the pan in the oven and cook for 15-20 minutes or until poppers are tender and top is crisp.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.