*  Exported from  MasterCook  *

                      Fried Stuffed Jalapeno Peppers

Recipe By     : Southern Living 1995 Annual Recipes
Serving Size  : 1    Preparation Time :0:00
Categories    : Hot & Spicy

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
--------  ------------  --------------------------------
   1      10 oz. can    whole pickled jalapeno peppers -- drained
     2/3  cup           pimiento cheese
     3/4  cup           all-purpose flour -- divided
     1/4  cup           plus 2 tablespoons cornmeal -- divided
     1/4  teaspoon      salt
     1/4  teaspoon      pepper
   1      cup           buttermilk
                        Vegetable oil

* Cut stems from peppers. Remove seeds, using a small sharp knife. {Do not 
split peppers.} Stuff each pepper with pimiento cheese. Cover and chill at 
least 2 hours.
* Combine 1/4 cup flour, 2 tablespoons cornmeal, and next 3 ingredients; set 
batter aside.
* Combine remaining 1/2 cup flour and 1/4 cup cornmeal.
* Dip stuffed peppers in batter; dredge in flour mixture.
* Pour oil to depth of 2 to 3 inches in a Dutch oven; heat to 375 degrees. 
Fry peppers, a few at a time, 1 to 2 minutes on each side or until golden. 
Drain on paper towels.
  YIELD: About 12 appetizers



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