JALAPENO and DRY JACK WONTONS

These tasty wontons take a minimum amount of preparation time and are guaranteed to get rave reviews, especially when served with your favorite guacamole.

30 wonton wrappers *
1/4 pound dry Monterey Jack cheese, grated
2 medium jalapeno peppers, minced ** {remove membrane and seeds before mincing}
2 small whole green onions, minced
Oil for deep frying

Combine the cheese, peppers, and onions. Place 1 heaping teaspoon of filling in the middle of a wonton. Brush the edges with water, fold into a triangle and press the edges to seal. Set aside on a rack and continue with the remaining filling and wontons.
Using a heavy-bottomed saucepan, place 2" of oil in the bottom and heat to 350 degrees. Place a few wontons at a time in the hot oil and cook on both sides until crisp and brown. Remove and drain on paper towels. Continue with the remaining wontons and serve while still warm.
Serves 6.

* Wonton wrappers can usually be found in the produce section of your grocery store. They freeze well so it is easy to keep them on hand.

** When working with the hot peppers, be sure to wear plastic gloves and keep your hands away from your eyes and face.