This week for Whip It Up, the theme is appetizers. Finding a new appetizer is such fun. Sure you can eat them for just snacks, but I’m thinking things to have around for football Sundays. Something besides buffalo wings. Yum, buffalo wings. I decided to try out The Pioneer Woman’s Jalapeno Bacon Wrapped Thingies. I didn’t take pictures because hers are already lovely.
Things you will need:
Fresh Jalapenos (as many as you want, I think I bought about 1 1/2 lbs)
1 lb bacon (I tried it with both hickory and maple smoked bacon. I liked the hickory better, but that’s just me)
1 large package cream cheese (trying to be a little healthier, we use the 1/3rd reduced fat version)
Pineapple chunks (optional)
Baking sheet
Aluminum Foil
Metal Cookie rack
Directions:
Preheat oven to 375. Line baking sheet with aluminum foil. Put wire racks on top of foil. Cut Bacon into thirds. Slice Jalapenos in half length wise. Scoop out seeds and membrane (a spoon works great). Fill Jalapenos with cream cheese. Top with pineapple chunk. Wrap with one of the pieces of bacon. Stick the wrapped jalapeno on the wire rack. Bake for 20-25 minutes. Devour.
The Verdict
I made some with pineapples and some without. I could not really taste the difference so will likely not use them next time. There will definitely be a next time. They are addictive. They were too spicy for the kids, but man they are tasty. The are a great alternative to spicy buffalo wings. I hate to admit it, but I had to have a nice big glass of milk to go along with them. Some of those jalapenos were so hot.
I’ve tried these before and they’re super yummy. If you want to try something a bit different you can roast the jalapenos by themselves for a little while first. It gives it a bit of a different flavor.