INGREDIENTS
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12 fresh jalapeno peppers, halved lengthwise, stems, seeds and membranes removed
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6 ounces cream cheese, softened
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1 1/2 cups grated Monterey Jack or mozzarella cheese
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1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
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1/2 teaspoon cayenne, or less, to taste
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2 large eggs
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2 tablespoons milk
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8 teaspoons Essence, recipe follows
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1 cup panko crumbs, or fine dry breadcrumbs
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1/2 cup all-purpose flour
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2 1/2 tablespoons paprika
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2 tablespoons salt
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2 tablespoons garlic powder
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1 tablespoon black pepper
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1 tablespoon onion powder
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1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
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1 tablespoon dried leaf oregano
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1 tablespoon dried thyme