Bacon-Wrapped Dates Recipe
Bacon-Wrapped Dates
Serves 4 to 8
This classic, three-ingredient hors d'oeuvre is always a hit!
Ingredients:
- 4 slices bacon, cut in half crosswise
- 8 Medjool dates
- 2 ounces blue cheese or goat cheese
Directions:
- Preheat oven to 400°F.
- Place bacon on a microwave-safe plate and cover with a paper towel. Cook in microwave on high 1 to 2 minutes to pre-cook.
- Cut a slit in each date; remove pits. Fill each date with about 1 teaspoon of cheese. Pinch dates closed to seal. Wrap one piece bacon around each date. Secure each with a toothpick.
- Place on a foil or parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake 8 to 10 minutes or until bacon is browned. Serve warm.
Nutrition:
Amount Per Serving (does not Include optional cheese, based on 8 servings)Calories: 45
Fat: 1.5 g
Saturated Fat: .5 g
Cholesterol: 0 mg
Sodium: 90 mg
Carbohydrates: 6 g
Fiber: 1 g
Sugar: 5 g
Protein: 2 g
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