Bacon Jalapeno Poppers

Step 1 -Preheat the grill to medium-high or preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.

Step 2 -Cut the stem off of each jalapeño. Then cut them in half lengthwise.

Step 3 -Using a small spoon or melon baller, scrape out the seeds and membranes of each jalapeño. This significantly reduces the spiciness of each pepper.

Step 4 -Combine the cream cheese, green onion, garlic powder, and cheddar cheese in a small mixing bowl. Stuff the cream cheese mixture into the jalapeño halves.

Step 5 -Wrap a piece of bacon around each jalapeño half. Secure the bacon with toothpicks.

Step 6 -Refrigerate the jalapeño poppers for at least an hour. This helps to prevent the cheese from melting out when you are grilling or baking them.

Step 7 -To grill the poppers, begin by greasing the grill. Then place them on the grill, cut side down, and cook just until the bacon begins to crisp (about 6 minutes).

Step 8 -Gently loosen the bacon from the grill and flip the jalapeños over. Reduce the heat to medium-low heat and cook for an additional 10-12 minutes or until the bacon is cooked and the cheese is melted.

Step 9 -To bake the poppers in the oven, place them cut side up on a baking sheet that's been lined with foil and sprayed with cooking spray.

Step 10 -Bake for 10-15 minutes or until the cheese is bubbling and the bacon is crisp.

Step 11 -Serve hot!