Simple Date Appetizers
Here are two quick, simple date appetizers that are unique and taste great!
Dates Wrapped in Bacon
Ingredients
- Whole pitted dates
- Blanched whole almonds
- Bacon strips cut on half
- Toothpicks
Directions
Put an almond in each date. Wrap a piece of bacon around each stuffed date and secure with a toothpick. Line cookie sheet with aluminum foil. Place dates on foil and bake in preheated 400 degree oven for 15-18 minutes or until bacon is crisp and done. Remove to rack or paper towel; drain. Serve warm.
Blue Cheese Stuffed Dates
Ingredients
- Whole pitted dates
- Blue cheese
- Cream cheese
- Chopped walnuts
Directions
Start out by making a cheese mixture of equal parts blue cheese and cream cheese. Mix the cheeses together until smooth (add a little water to develop a smooth texture). Using a teaspoon, stuff the dates with the cheese mixture. Place the stuffed dates on a platter and sprinkle with chopped walnuts. Chill for 20 minutes and serve.
