Ingredients

• 18 whole Jalapeno peppers
• 4 ounces Cream cheese , room temperature
• 0.25 cup Mild cheddar cheese, shredded
• 0.5 cup Smoked meat (beef or pork)
• 0.25 tablespoon Garlic powder
• 0.25 tablespoon Onion powder
• 0.5 tablespoon Honey
• 0.5 pound Bacon , room temperature, cut in half (approx 18 pieces)
• Olive oil (for tossing peppers)
• BBQ Rub (to taste)

Instructions

1. Preheat oven, grill, or smoker to 350°F (175°C).
2. Allow bacon and cream cheese to come to room temperature for easier handling.
3. In a bowl, mix the room temperature cream cheese, cheddar cheese, smoked meat, garlic powder, onion powder, and honey until well combined.
4. Cut the tops off the jalapenos and carefully core out the seeds and membranes (wear gloves!).
5. Lightly toss the cored jalapenos with olive oil.
6. Sprinkle BBQ rub generously over the oiled jalapenos.
7. Fill each jalapeno cavity with the cream cheese mixture.
8. Cut each slice of bacon in half crosswise.
9. Drape one half-slice of bacon over the top opening of each stuffed jalapeno.
10. Sprinkle more BBQ rub over the bacon-wrapped jalapenos.
11. Place the ABT's on a baking sheet (if using oven) or directly on the grill/smoker grates.
12. Cook for approximately 40 minutes, or until the bacon is crispy and the jalapenos are tender.