Friday, March 16, 2012

Sweet Pepper Poppers

12 mini sweet peppers(I got mine at Costco)
 6 slices bacon cut in half (I used pre-cooked)
 4 ounces (112g) cream cheese at room temperature
 4 ounces (112g) another cheese such as goat cheese, cheddar, mozzarella, swiss, jack, etc. (I used cheddar)
 1 teaspoon minced garlic
 2 tablespoons finely sliced green onion (use both green and white parts)
 1 lemon, juice and zest (I actually forgot this step..turned out ok)
 1/8 teaspoon red pepper flakes (use more for a spicier popper)
 1/4 teaspoon dry oregano
 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
 Method

Preheat the oven to 375° F (190° C). Slice each pepper in half lengthwise then use a spoon or your fingers to scoop out any seeds and membrane to make space for your filling. Combine both cheeses. Add sliced green onions, the zest and juice of a lemon, red pepper flakes, dry oregano and salt. Stir to combine. Spoon the cheese mixture into each pepper half, wrap the half-slice of bacon around each pepper half and place top side up in a baking dish. Bake the sweet pepper poppers for about 20 minutes or until the peppers have softened and the bacon slightly crispy.

Wednesday, March 14, 2012

Cheesy Garlic Bread

1 loaf French bread
Garlic butter spread
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Cut the bread loaf in half. Spread with desired amount of garlic butter. Top with grated cheese. Broil in the oven for a few minutes until warm and cheese is melted.