Here is a delicious twist on the ol’ jalapeno poppers. Choose your chilies wisely, as these can really kick your butt if you get hot ones.

Ingredients:

6 chipotle chilies
9 medium shrimp
1 cup cheddar/jack cheese blend
1/4 cup bacon crumbles
1/2 tablespoon butter
Kosher salt

Method:

Pre-heat the oven to 350°.

Quickly fry the shrimp in the butter. Be very careful not to over-cook, as they will end up in the oven for a bit later.

Cut the chipotles in half, from end-to-end. Remove the seeds and scrape the white stuff off the walls. Then lay them out on a baking sheet.

Season the chipotle shells with salt, then top with bacon crumbles, chopped shrimp and cheese.

Bake until cheese is melted (7-8 minutes).