Texas Twinkies Brisket Jalapenos (Print Version)
Jalapenos stuffed with brisket and cheese, wrapped in bacon, and brushed with BBQ sauce for a savory bite.
# Ingredients:
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12 large jalapeños
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8 ounces cream cheese, softened
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4 ounces cheddar cheese, shredded
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2 cups finely chopped leftover beef brisket
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½ tablespoon chili powder
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12 slices bacon
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¼ cup BBQ sauce
# Steps:
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Preheat the oven to 400°F. Place a wire rack on top of a rimmed baking sheet, spray with nonstick spray, and set aside.
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Slice the top off of the jalapeños and carefully remove the seeds inside. Use gloves when handling jalapeños.
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Combine softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, brisket, and chili powder in a bowl. Mix thoroughly.
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Transfer the mixture to a gallon-sized ziplock bag, cut off the corner, and use it as a piping bag to fill each jalapeño with the mixture.
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Wrap each stuffed jalapeño with a slice of bacon.
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Place the bacon-wrapped jalapeños onto the prepared wire rack-lined baking sheet and bake them on the center rack for 10 minutes.
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Turn the jalapeños over and bake for another 10 minutes.
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Remove the jalapeños from the oven and brush them with BBQ sauce. Turn the broiler on low.
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Place the jalapeños 6 inches under the broiler for 2 minutes, watching carefully to prevent burning. Remove from the oven and let cool before serving.
# Helpful Notes:
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Use gloves when handling jalapeños to avoid skin irritation from the seeds and oils.
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These are a great way to make use of leftover beef brisket.