I can’t believe the 4th of July weekend is already here. It’s time to celebrate our Independence with lots of delicious foods. I’m sure many of you will be hosting a BBQ or going to one. These barbecue jalapeño poppers are the perfect addition to any get together and will leave the crowd wanting more. I hope everyone has a safe weekend.

Ingredients:
12 jalapeños, cut in half and remove membranes and seeds
8oz package cream cheese
1/2 cup barbecue sauce, homemade or favorite store brand
24 slices turkey bacon or regular bacon

Preparation:
Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.

In a bowl add cream cheese and barbecue sauce and whisk until smooth. Next take jalapeños that have been sliced and seeds removed, add about 1/2 to teaspoon of the bbq cream cheese mix to the center. Now wrap a slice of bacon around the jalapeño and set on a baking sheet.

Place poppers in the oven for 25-30 minutes until bacon is nice and crispy.  (You can also grill these instead of baking.)

heck out the other great dishes from this week’s Food Network Blog #sensationalsides below:

Devour: Add Asian Flair to Grilled Ribs with These 4 Recipes
The Lemon Bowl: 20 Healthy Marinades for Grilling Season
Homemade Delish: BBQ Jalapeno Poppers
Napa Farmhouse 1885: BBQ Beef on Toast
TasteBook: Skewered Grilled Prawns with Spicy Peach Glaze
Domesticate Me: 37 Foolproof Recipes for Your Fourth of July BBQ
Creative Culinary: Apple Cider and Brown Sugar Pulled Pork Barbecue
Healthy Eats: 6 Lighter Alternatives to Classic Slow-Cooked Barbecue
Taste with the Eyes: BBQ Shrimp and Grits with Lobster Butter
The Mom 100: Farro Arugula Salad with Orange Herb Vinaigrette
In Jennie’s Kitchen: Best BBQ Ribs + 19 Recipes for 4th of July
FN Dish: Food Network’s Top Recipes for Barbecue Favorites: Ribs, Pulled Pork and More