The jalapeño popper might be a perfect snack, but this riff, a cheese-stuffed shishito popper taco, might be even better.

Fill and bake the jalapeño poppers. Divide the filling evenly between jalapeño halves. Sprinkle with the toasted panko ...

or until golden brown. Drain on paper towels. Serve warm. To serve as stuffed jalapeno halves instead of the stuffed whole peppers, cut peppers lengthwise in half; scrape out seeds and veins.

In a small bowl, stir together the panko, melted butter, and remaining chopped bacon. Sprinkle the topping evenly over the ...