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Jalapeno Pizza Poppers

Jalapeno Pizza Poppers make pizza portable and are the perfect appetizer for your next party!
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time35 minutes
Total Time55 minutes
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Servings: 24 Pizza Poppers
Author: Amber Goulden

Ingredients

  • 12 medium jalapenos
  • 1 pound Italian sausage
  • 6 ounces tomato paste
  • 1/2 cup olives sliced
  • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 24 pepperonis
  • 1/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese optional

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350.
  • Halve jalapenos lengthwise and scoop out the seeds. Place peppers on a baking sheet.
  • Combine sausage, tomato paste, olives, sea salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning in a medium-sized bowl.
  • Stuff the jalapenos with sausage mixture, dividing evenly.
  • Lay a pepperoni on top of the stuffed jalapeno, and secure with a toothpick. Repeat with all jalapenos.
  • Bake for 30 minutes.
  • If adding cheese, sprinkle it on the peppers after 30 minutes and return to oven for an additional five minutes.
  • Remove from oven and let cool for 5 minutes, then serve!

Notes


Nutrition

Calories: 91kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 0.03g | Cholesterol: 17mg | Sodium: 326mg | Potassium: 146mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 204IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 16mg | Iron: 1mg