Make some VELVEETA® Stuffed Jalapeño Peppers using this recipe from My Food and Family. These appetizers are perfectly crunchy and pack plenty of heat.
12 medium fresh jalapeño peppers (about 1/2 lb.), cut in lengthwise half, seeded
1/2 cup milk
1 cup flour
1/2 cup seasoned dry bread crumbs
1 bottle (24 oz.) peanut oil, for frying
Let's Make It
1
Press 1 piece of VELVEETA in each pepper half. Dip peppers in milk, then in combined flour and bread crumbs, turning to evenly coat all sides. Repeat to coat each pepper twice. Place on baking sheet.
2
Freeze 5 hours or until firm.
3
Add 6 peppers to hot oil (400°F). Fry 5 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from oil; drain on paper towels. Repeat with remaining peppers. Serve warm.
Kitchen Tips
Tip 1
Substitute
For an even spicier pepper, prepare using VELVEETA Mild Mexican Pasteurized Prepared Cheese Product with Jalapeno Peppers.
Nutrition
Calories
150
Calories From Fat
0
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 8g
10%
Saturated Fat 2.5g
13%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 10mg
3%
Sodium 310mg
13%
Total Carbohydrates 15g
5%
Dietary Fiber less than 1g
3%
Sugars 3g
6%
Protein 5g
10%
Vitamin A
4%
Vitamin C
20%
Calcium
15%
Iron
4%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
servings
Makes 12 servings.
* Nutrition information is estimated based on the ingredients and cooking instructions as described in each recipe and is intended to be used for informational purposes only. Please note that nutrition details may vary based on methods of preparation, origin and freshness of ingredients used.