RECIPES

Grilled Bacon Jalapeno Poppers

Active Time

35 Minutes

Servings

Makes

16 Poppers

Ingredients

8 medium jalapeno peppers
6 ounces Cedar Grove Butterkase cheese, shredded (1 1/2 cups)
1/2 package (4 ounces) Crystal Farms Original Cream Cheese, softened
8 thick-cut bacon strips, cooked and diced
1/2 cup diced fresh pineapple
1/2 cup warm raspberry jam
Crushed red pepper flakes, optional

Cheese

Look for the Proudly Wisconsin Badge when shopping for cheese. Any brand of Wisconsin Butterkase or Cream Cheese can be used in this recipe.

Instructions

Grease grill grate. Heat grill to medium.
Cut jalapeno peppers in half lengthwise; remove seeds and membranes.
Beat butterkase and cream cheese in a large bowl until blended. Fold in bacon and pineapple. Spoon a tablespoonful of cheese mixture into each pepper half. Transfer jalapenos to a greased grill grid or basket.
Grill poppers, covered, over medium heat for 8-10 minutes or until filling is heated through.
Combine raspberry jam and red pepper flakes if desired in a small bowl. Serve with poppers.

Recipe Tip

Avoid touching face when handling jalapeno peppers. Consider wearing gloves, as oils may burn skin.

Cheesemonger Tip

Butterkäse means “butter cheese” and has a dreamy, creamy texture and mild, buttery flavor. It's a yummy melting cheese, yet sophisticated enough to serve with a fine wine—need we say more?