Ingredients

10 banana peppers

1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened

1 egg

1 cup (4 ounces) shredded cheddar cheese

1/2 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese

1 small onion, finely chopped

1/2 cup finely chopped pepperoni

2 tablespoons Crisco® Olive Oil

Cut peppers in half lengthwise; open and lay flat. Remove seeds if desired.

In a small bowl, beat cream cheese and egg until blended. Stir in the cheddar, mozzarella, onion and pepperoni. Spoon into peppers.

Place in two 15-in. x 10-in. x 1-in. baking pans and drizzle with oil. Bake at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until lightly browned. Yield: 20 appetizers.

Editor's Note: We recommend wearing disposable gloves when cutting hot peppers. Avoid touching your face.

Serves 20 .Takes about 20 minutes to prepare and 25 minutes to bake...