HEARTY POPPERS

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"There are many recipes for jalapeno pepper poppers here in Las Cruces, New Mexico, where we live," writes Janice Vernon. "For a potluck at our church, my husband and I came up with this lighter version. The poppers were a hit!"

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 55m

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

12 jalapeno peppers
1/2 pound lean ground turkey
1/4 cup finely chopped onion
4 ounces fat-free cream cheese
1-1/3 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese, divided
1 tablespoon minced fresh cilantro
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

Cut jalapenos in half lengthwise, leaving stems intact; discard seeds. Set aside. In a small nonstick skillet over medium heat, cook turkey and onion until meat is no longer pink; drain. , In a small bowl, combine the cream cheese, 1/3 cup cheese, cilantro, chili powder, garlic powder, cumin, salt and pepper. Stir in turkey mixture. Spoon generously into pepper halves. , Place in a 15x10x1-in. baking pan coated with cooking spray; sprinkle with remaining cheese. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 20 minutes for spicy flavor, 30 minutes for medium and 40 minutes for mild.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 38 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 11mg cholesterol, Sodium 78mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges