Baked jalapeños with Chihuahua cheese and bacon

Ingredients

• 6 jalapeño peppers
• 150 g Chihuahua cheese
• 100 g bacon
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Cooking spray or a few drops of oil, for the baking dish

Preparation

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly grease a baking dish.
2. Cut the jalapeños in half lengthwise and remove the seeds and membranes with a small spoon (leave a bit of membrane in for extra heat).
3. Cut the bacon into small pieces and cook briefly in a skillet until it releases some fat, without getting fully crisp; it will finish cooking in the oven.
4. Cut or shred the Chihuahua cheese.
5. Fill each jalapeño half with cheese and top with a bit of the cooked bacon; season with salt and pepper.
6. Arrange the jalapeños in the baking dish and bake for 15 to 18 minutes, until the cheese is melted, golden, and bubbly.
7. Let rest 2 to 3 minutes before serving, so the hot cheese doesn't burn your mouth.