Pulled Pork Jalapeno Poppers

These Jalapeno poppers are a great appetizer, and don't let the heat scare you. With the seeds scooped out of the jalapeno peppers, the heat is subdued and mild.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Course Appetizer
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • 8 Jalapeno peppers, large
  • 8 oz cream cheese warm to room temp or microwave until soft
  • 2 tbsp BBQ rub I used a mild, general purpose rub, but you can use whatever you like.
  • 1 lb Bacon, thin sliced Approx 15 slices
  • 8 oz Pulled pork

Instructions
 

  • Prepare the jalepeno peppers. Cut the stem off of the top. Cut them in half length-wise, and scoop out the seeds and interior parts using a teaspoon. Take precautions to protect yourself from the heat of seeds and juices. I wore nitrile gloves and goggles.
  • Spread cream cheese into each jalapeno half. Make it level with the jalapeno - not heaping.
  • Apply a coat of BBQ rub
  • Place about 1 tbsp of pulled pork on top of the cream cheese.
  • Wrap a piece of bacon around the jalapeno popper, and sprinkle with more BBQ rub.
  • Cook at 225-250 for 90 minutes.