Two-Step Jalapeno Poppers

1. 1

   Slice jalapenos in half lengthwise.

2. 2

   Be sure to leave the stems on.

3. 3

   They look awful pretty that way, and they can offer your guests a handle so theyre easy to pick up.

4. 4

   Carefully remove the membrane and the seeds from each half.

5. 5

   Make sure you use gloves when you do this, especially if youve picked some hot peppers.

6. 6

   Set your jalapenos aside while you whip up the filling.

7. 7

   For the filling, brown the sausage in a large skillet.

8. 8

   Drain the fat and return the sausage to the skillet over low-to-medium heat.

9. 9

   Add the cream cheese and stir until cheese is slightly melted and completely ooey-gooey over the sausage.

10. 10

    Stuff each jalapeno half with the filling and line each one up on a baking sheet lined in parchment paper.

11. 11

    Bake for 15 minutes at 350 degrees.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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