"A jalapeno popper cheese ball deserves a plate at every football and holiday party! But be warned; you can’t eat just one bite of this spicy cheese ball!..."
INGREDIENTS
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8 thick-cut slices of bacon
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½ large jalapeño pepper (finely minced, divided)
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8 oz. cream cheese (room temperature)
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½ cup Mexican-blend cheese (finely shredded)
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½ tsp smoked paprika
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½ tsp Mexican oregano
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½ tsp chipotle powder
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½ tsp garlic powder
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salt and black pepper (to taste)