Ingredients
5 slices bacon
8 oz. cream cheese, softened
1/2 c. shredded white cheddar
1 c. shredded Monterey Jack, divided
2 jalapeños, minced
1 tsp. garlic powder
Kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
3 bagels, halved
1 jalapeño, thinly sliced, for garnish
Preparation
Step 1Preheat oven to 350º. In a large nonstick skillet over medium heat, cook bacon until crispy, about 8 minutes. Drain on a paper towel–lined plate, then chop. Step 2In a large bowl, stir together cream cheese, white cheddar, 1/2 cup Monterey Jack, jalapeños, and garlic powder. Fold in chopped bacon and season with salt and pepper.Step 3Place bagels cut side up on a baking sheet and spread with cream cheese mixture. Top with remaining Monterey Jack. Bake until bagels are warmed through and cheese is melty, 10 to 12 minutes. Garnish each bagel half with a slice of jalapeño and serve.
