Recipe: Bacon and cheese wraps

Find Peppadew Jalapeno halves in most stores in the preserved food aisle.

Ingredients:

• 150g cheddar cheese, grated
• 5 ml (1 tsp) fresh parsley, finely chopped
• 3 ml (3/5 tsp) milled black pepper
• 1 ml (1/5 tsp) paprika
• 12 Peppadew Jalapeno halves
• 12 rashers streaky bacon

Method:

• 1. Preheat the oven to 190°C.
• 2. Mix the cream cheese, cheddar cheese, parsley, black pepper and paprika together in a mixing bowl.
• 3. Arrange the Peppadew Jalapeno halves on a flat surface and fill with the cheese mixture.
• 4. Wrap a slice of bacon around the middle of each jalapeno half and secure with a toothpick.
• 5. Place the Peppadew Jalapeno halves in a single layer on a baking tray lined with foil.
• 6. Bake for 10 to 15 minutes, or until the bacon is cooked and crispy.

To serve: Micro greens BBQ sauce or chutney (optional)