In article <LBzPg.22443$cz3.16949@edtnps82>, "Peter" >
wrote:

> > Along with some of the other suggested foods, add some ABTs.
> >
> > They are much better if smoked, but if you don't have a smoker, you can
> > (sigh) cook them in the oven.
> >
> > Here's a basic "recipe"
> >
> > 12 fresh Jalapenos
> > 8 oz block cream cheese, at room temperature
> > Some sort of meat product
> > 1 lb bacon, thin cut
> >
> > Wearing gloves, cut jalapenos in half, remove stem, seeds, and white ribs.
> > Fill jalapeno halves with softened cream cheese, insert the meat (I use
> > BBQed brisket, pulled pork, small shrimp, etc.) then wrap each in a slice
> > (or half slice, if using smaller jalapenos) of bacon. Use a toothpic to
> > hold the bacon if necessary.
> >
> > Smoke (bake, if you must) at 300F for 30 minutes, or until bacon is golden
> > brown. Serve and eat!
> >
> > BOB
>
>
> I have done the same using thinly sliced pepperonie too, very tastey.
>
> Also the "poppers" that are mentioned. You can buy them frozen from the
> grocery store and they are horrible, but I love my home made poppers, hotter
> the better... because that usualy means more for me :-)

I agree that the ones from the grocery store are not very good, but the
ones from Jack in the Box are not bad.

Best takeout ones come from "Pat's Place" in New Braunfels. They come in
both cream cheese and cheddar.

Their deep fried pickle chips are excellent too! ;-d

I've never tried making _those_ at home yet, despite my interests in
deep frying. <G>
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