Jalapeño Popper French Rounds

• 1 pkg The Fresh Market French Rounds or one baguette, sliced and toasted
• 8 oz cream cheese, brought to room temperature
• ¾ c The Fresh Market Shredded Mexican Cheese Mix
• 3 jalapeños, seeds removed and rough chopped (keep the seeds in for spicier)
• 1 tsp kosher salt
• ½ tsp garlic powder
• ¼ tsp fresh black pepper
• 2 tbsp minced chives

Preheat the oven to 400F.

Spread the French rounds onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or tinfoil. In a food processor, process the cream cheese, Mexican cheese, jalapenos, salt and pepper until well blended, tasting for seasoning and adjusting as necessary. Using a spoon or small spatula, spread a spoonful of the cream cheese mixture on each French round, covering the surface of the rounds completely.

Bake for 12-15 minutes until warm throughout. Remove from the oven and sprinkle chives on each French round. Serve immediately.

Makes approx. 48 French rounds