10 medium fresh jalapeno peppers
4 oz. cream cheese, softened
10 bacon strips, halved

Cut peppers in half lengthwise; remove seeds, stems and center membrane. Stuff each half with about 2 teaspoons of cream cheese. Wrap with bacon and secure with a toothpick. Place on a broiler rack that has been coated with nonstick cooking spray. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes or until bacon is crisp. Remove toothpicks. Serve immediately. Yield: 20 appetizers.