Having the gang over to watch the game? Planning a party and want to add something new to the snack trays? Give these Texas Armadillo Eggs a try. Be warned they are crab stuffed jalapeno peppers but they are mild; don't worry about burning your mouth or throat!! You can "cool down" your mouth with the Tropical Cheese Spread and assorted crackers.
TEXAS ARMADILLO EGGS
Cheese Tray Ideas
2 TO 3 cans crab meat
2 cans jalapeno peppers (about 17 peppers)
1/3 cup finely chopped onion
1/3 cup chopped mushrooms
1 tbsp garlic (from a jar)
salt to taste
pepper to taste
1 tbsp margarine
3 eggs, beaten
1/4 cup milk
cracker meal for breading
Saute onion, mushrooms, garlic, salt and pepper in margarine. Add the drained crab meat and mix well. Slice jalapenos lengthwise and remove the seeds (very important to remove seeds). Slice down one side only! Generously stuff the jalapenos with the crab meat mixture.
In a small bowl, combine the eggs and milk. Dip the stuffed jalapenos into the egg mixture then roll in the cracker meal. Repeat the process so each pepper is dipped and rolled twice. Drop into a preheated deep-fryer of oil and cook until golden brown, about 2 to 3 minutes. Remove from oil and drain on paper toweling.
TROPICAL CHEESE SPREAD APPETIZER
1 pkg (8-oz) cream cheese
1 can (8 1/4-oz) crushed pineapple with juice
2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
1/2 cup flaked coconut
1/2 cup diced dried apricots
1/2 cup chopped pecans or macadamia nuts
Assorted crackers and party breads
In a small mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese and pineapple with juice; mix until well blended. Add the cheese and blend in well. Stir in the coconut, apricots, and nuts; mix well. Chill until serving time. Serve with an assortment of crackers and/or miniature party breads.
Enjoy!