Bacon Jalapeno Sliders

Bacon Jalapeno Sliders

Bacon Jalapeno Sliders are great for adding some spice to your Super Bowl party! You could even make a bunch of these a few days ahead, freeze them and have them ready to heat on the grill or oven.

Ingredients

• 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
• ¼ c shredded sharp cheddar cheese
• ¼ c chopped green onions
• 2 tablespoons bacon bits
• 1 teaspoon lime juice
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• Salt to taste
• 14 jalapeno peppers, halved lengthwise and seeded
• Texas hot sauce, optional

Instructions

1. Preheat grill to medium-high.
2. In a medium bowl, combine cream cheese, cheddar cheese, green onions, bacon bits, lime juice, garlic, and salt to taste.
3. Fill pepper halves evenly with cheese mixture.
4. Place in a container for easy transport.
5. When ready to cook, preheat grill to medium-high.
6. Place a sheet of aluminum foil onto grill rack, and carefully place peppers on foil, being sure they don’t fall between grates.
7. Cover and grill 8 to 10 minutes, or until the peppers begin to char and the cheese is melted.
8. Garnish with a dash of Texas hot sauce if desired.