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The Lone Star Kolaches bakery near my house in Austin makes a jalapeño-popper kolache that’s part of my go-to order. Similar to the jalapeño poppers you’re used to having at a cookout or a tailgate—jalapeño halves stuffed with cream cheese, wrapped in bacon, and grilled—this kolache version is dough stuffed with a paste of sautéed, diced jalapeños, chopped bacon, and cream cheese. It’s genius—and the filling also happens to be perfect for nachos.I love a classically composed nacho that features beans, cheese, and a single slice of pickled jalapeño on a tortilla chip. These nachos are inspired by that style, and they include beans and pickled jalapeños in addition to the flavors of the game-day favorite. So as the weather cools and your weekends begin to revolve around watching…

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