Bacon-Wrapped Parmesan-Stuffed Dates

By Jahel

Ingredients

• 18 Large Medjool dates, split lengthwise and pitted
• 2 oz Parmigiana- Reggiano cheese cut into 18 1x1/4x1/4" pieces
• 6 slices smoked bacon, cut crosswise into thirds

Preparation

Step 1

Place oven rack in the middle position and preheat oven to 450.
Insert pieces of cheese into dates. Wrap dates with 1 piece of bacon and secure with wooden pick. Arrange dates 1" apart on a foil-lined rimmed baking sheet.
Bake at 450 for 10-11 mins until bacon is crisp turning after 5 mins. Drain dates well on paper towels. Serve immediately.