Jalapeno Dinosaur Eggs

Directions

1. 1
   divide sausage into 12 equal portions and shape into thin patties.
2. 2
   mix cornmeal or bread crumbs with pepper, salt and cayenne pepper.
3. 3
   slice jalapenos in half and remove most of the seeds and membranes.
4. 4
   slice cheese into sticks that will fit in the jalapenos used.
5. 5
   slice ham into strips that will wrap around cheese.
6. 6
   place wrapped cheese into jalapeno cavity and reassemble halves.
7. 7
   form sausage patties around stuffed jalapenos, covering completely.
8. 8
   roll covered peppers in flour;.
9. 9
   then egg wash;.
10. 10
    then finish with seasoned crumb or cornmeal mixture.
11. 11
    allow to dry on a platter for about 5 minutes.
12. 12
    put oil in a large pot to a depth of about 1 1/2 inches.
13. 13
    heat to 325 degrees.
14. 14
    with a slotted spoon, lower covered peppers into hot oil.
15. 15
    cooking a maximum of 4 peppers, brown until well browned.
16. 16
    when browned, check with a chef's/digital thermometer (about 7-8 minutes).
17. 17
    insert to a depth of about 1/4 inch, looking for a temperature of 175 degrees.
18. 18
    allow to cool on absorbent towels, then slice across into 3/4 inch slices.
19. 19
    arrange on serving platter or keep warm if serving later.
20. 20
    serve with ranch or other favorite dipping sauce.