Grilled Jalapeno Poppers

  I got this recipe from my sister, who got it from her son, who had them at a friend's house, etc., etc. I haven't found it in any of my cookbooks, but if someone knows its origins, I will happily post it. It is a very simple recipe that packs a lot of punch -- I hope you try it!

• Jalapeno Peppers
• Hickory-smoked Bacon (1/2 strip per popper)
• Cream Cheese
• Toothpicks
• Aluminum Foil (if grilling outside)

  Slice root end off of jalapenos and slice them in half length-wise. Clean out seeds and ribs (leave a little bit of the ribs if you like more heat). Fill each jalapeno popper with cream cheese, level to top edges. Wrap each popper with a 1/2 strip of bacon and secure from side-to-side with a toothpick.

  If grilling outside, preheat the grill to medium-high (or use enough charcoal to create the same temperature). Place poppers open-side down on aluminum foil and place on grill. Let cook at least 5 minutes or until bacon begins to crisp. Turn poppers over and cook for an equal amount of time. Remove poppers to a plate, let rest for a minute or two and serve.
  If using a grill pan on the stove top, preheat the pan over medium-high heat, place poppers in pan open-side down and follow the same cooking instructions. Enjoy!