Jalapeno Poppers

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   Remember to wear some disposable gloves when working with jalapeno peppers-- and don't touch your face!

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   If you don't have any plastic gloves, I have slipped my hands into baggies to protect them from the oils that can really burn and sting for hours.

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   In a medium bowl, mix the cream cheese, and pepper jack cheese.

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   In a pot of barely simmering water, blanch the pepper halves for 2 minutes, drain and dry thoroughly.

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   Spoon mixture into the jalapeno pepper halves.

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   Put the milk and flour into two separate small bowls.

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   Dip the stuffed jalapenos first into the milk then into the flour, making sure they are well coated with each.

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   Allow the coated jalapenos to dry for about 10 minutes.

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   Dip the jalapenos in milk again and roll them through the breadcrumbs.

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    Allow them to dry, then repeat to ensure the entire surface of the jalapeno is coated.

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    In a medium skillet, heat the oil to 365 degrees F (180 degrees C).

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    Deep fry the coated jalapenos 2 to 3 minutes each, until golden brown.

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    Remove and let drain on a paper towel.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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