Jalapeño Poppers

Chef Cat Cora has the ultimate spicy snack or a dynamite side served alongside Cat's Turkey Burger with Creamy Basil-Parmesan Sauce. This recipe can easily be multiplied to create a bigger batch for a party crowd. Jalapeño Poppers Serves 2 to 4

Ingredients

5 tablespoons crumbled feta 4 tablespoons plain nonfat Greek yogurt, plus more for garnish

1 teaspoon fresh oregano, finely chopped Pinch garlic powder 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs Pinch kosher salt, plus more for garnish Pinch freshly ground black pepper 2 large eggs 4 medium jalapeños, halved lengthwise, stemmed, and seeded 1/2 teaspoon fresh lime juice, for garnish 1/2 teaspoon lime zest, for garnish

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.

2. In a small cup, whip together feta, yogurt, oregano, and garlic powder until well combined.

3. In another small cup, stir together panko, salt, and pepper until combined.

4. In a small bowl, whisk egg.

5. Divide cheese mixture between jalapeños. Dredge jalapeños in egg mixture. Roll In panko, pressing lightly for panko to adhere.

6. Set coated jalapeños, cut side up, on a small baking sheet. Bake until filling is bubbling and panko is golden, about 30 minutes.

7. Remove from tray and let cool 10 minutes. Garnish with a drizzle of yogurt, lime juice, lime zest, and salt, if desired.

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