Cheesy Bacon Jalapeño (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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2 blocks (8 oz each) of softened cream cheese.
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1/2 cup of panko crumbs.
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1/4 cup sour cream.
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8 oz of cheddar jack cheese, shredded finely.
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4 fresh jalapeños, chopped small.
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12 oz cooked bacon, crumbled.
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1 small green onion, thinly sliced.
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1 packet (about 1/4 cup) dry ranch mix.
# Instructions:
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In a bowl, mix cream cheese with sour cream, ranch mix, most of the crumbled bacon, three chopped jalapeños, a handful of shredded cheese, and some of the crumbs.
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Shape the mix into a ball, wrapping it snugly in plastic wrap.
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Pop it in the fridge for an hour so it firms up.
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On a plate, combine the remaining cheese, bacon, jalapeño bits, green onion slices, and panko crumbs.
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Gently roll your chilled ball in the coating mix until it’s covered all over.
# Notes:
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Prep it in advance, but leave the coating step for just before serving.
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Store it tightly wrapped in the refrigerator.