AFTERBURNERS WITH SPICY QUESCO DIP

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These shrimp stuffed peppers are a quick, easy and delicious appetizer. Serve them with the spicy Queso dip. If you want it milder, use Monteray Jack or another white cheese other than the Peppe Jack.

Provided by Pat Morris @AugustaPat

Categories     Cheese Appetizers

Number Of Ingredients 10

12 - unpeeled medium-size fresh shrimp
12 - jalapeño peppers
6 slice(s) bacon, cut n half lengthwise
1 - small onion, diced
1 tablespoon(s) oil
1 clove(s) garlic, minced
1 package(s) (16-oz.) pepper jack velveta, cubed
1 can(s) 1 (10-oz.) diced tomatoes and green chilies
2 tablespoon(s) chopped fresh cilantro
- tortilla chips (if desired)

Steps:

  • For Appetizers: Peel shrimp, and devein. Cut a slit in each jalapeño pepper; remove seeds and membranes. Carefully place one shrimp in cavity of each pepper. Wrap each pepper with 1 bacon piece, and secure with a wooden pick. Place in a jellyroll pan. Broil 5-1/2 inches from heat 6 to 7 minutes on each side, or until bacon is cooked. Serve warm.
  • For Queso Dip: Cook onion in hot oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat 8 minutes or until tender. Add garlic, and cook 1 minute. Remove from heat.
  • Combine cheese, tomatoes, and onion mixture in a large microwave-safe glass bowl. Microwave at HIGH 5 minutes, stirring every 2 1/2 minutes. Stir in cilantro.
  • Serve with the Shrmp appetizers and tortilla chips (if desired).

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