Delicious Stuffed Banana Peppers

1 . Stage

Soak toothpicks in water for 15 minutes.

2 . Stage

Combine cream cheese, sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, and cilantro in a large bowl. Mix well.

3 . Stage

Preheat an outdoor grill for medium heat and lightly oil the grate.

4 . Stage

Cut a slit lengthwise through each pepper without slicing it in half. Cut another slit about 1/4 inch from the stem across the previous slit, forming a 'T'. Remove seeds, as desired, using a paring knife.

5 . Stage

Fill each pepper with the cream cheese stuffing mixture using a small spoon. Wrap each pepper with a slice of raw bacon. Slide 1 toothpick through the center of each pepper to hold onto the bacon and keep pepper closed.

6 . Stage

Grill stuffed peppers for 15 minutes. Turn and cook until bacon is crisp, about 10 minutes more.