Bacon Jalapeno Poppers [0000241]

Ingredients:

12 fresh jalapeno peppers, halved lengthwise and seeds removed
8 oz cream cheese, softened
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
12 slices gluten-free bacon, cut in half
1 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp onion powder
1/2 tsp smoked paprika
Salt and pepper to taste
Toothpicks for securing bacon

Steps:

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
In a bowl, combine softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
Spoon the cream cheese mixture into each jalapeno half, smoothing the top.
Wrap each stuffed jalapeno with a half-slice of gluten-free bacon, securing it with a toothpick.
Place the bacon-wrapped jalapenos on a baking sheet.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until the bacon is crispy.
Allow the bacon jalapeno poppers to cool slightly before serving.