Parmesan-Stuffed Dates Wrapped in Bacon

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Here’s a flavor-packed combination of sweet and smoky. You won’t be able to get enough of these crispy bacon dates.
Ready in: 45 mins

Ingredients

Serves: 18

• 18 (1 by 1/4 inch) sticks Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese (from 1/2 pound block)
• 18 pitted dates (Medjool dates are preferred)
• 6 smoked bacon slices, cut crosswise into thirds

Preparation method

Prep: 30 mins | Cook: 15 mins

1. Preheat oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C).
2. Stuff 1 piece of cheese into each date, then wrap with a piece of bacon, securing with a toothpick.
3. Bake 5-7 minutes, then turn dates over and finish baking until bacon is crisp yet still tender.
4. Drain on paper towel and serve immediately.