BACON-WRAPPED DATES STUFFED WITH MANCHEGO CHEESE

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A traditional Spanish 'tapas' item. You can also add a sprinkling of toasted breadcrumbs on top for a bit of extra crunch. May serve immediately or at room temperature.

Provided by AshleyV

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Pork     Bacon     Appetizers

Time 20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 4

4 ounces manchego cheese, cut into 24 small cubes
24 dried pitted dates
8 slices bacon, cut into thirds
24 wooden toothpicks

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Stuff 1 piece manchego cheese into each date and then wrap with 1 piece bacon, securing with a toothpick. Arrange dates in a shallow baking dish with the bacon seam down and 1 inch between pieces.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 5 minutes, turn dates with tongs, and continue baking until bacon is crisp, 5 to 6 minutes more. Drain on a plate lined with paper towels.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 166.9 calories, Carbohydrate 19.5 g, Cholesterol 20.2 mg, Fat 7.3 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 6.7 g, SaturatedFat 3.3 g, Sodium 407.4 mg, Sugar 16.5 g

Nim Dikki
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The bacon-wrapped dates were a bit too greasy for my liking.


Sophia Boggs
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These bacon-wrapped dates were a bit too sweet for my taste. I would have preferred a more savory filling.


angelic zavallah
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I wasn't sure how I would like these bacon-wrapped dates, but I was pleasantly surprised. They're a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer.


OnlyOne
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These bacon-wrapped dates are a bit time-consuming to make, but they're definitely worth the effort. They're a delicious and unique appetizer.


Salifu Mashud
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I love the combination of sweet and salty in these bacon-wrapped dates. The manchego cheese adds a nice touch of creaminess.


Md Ebraj
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I followed the recipe exactly and the bacon-wrapped dates turned out perfectly. They were crispy on the outside and gooey on the inside.


Lidia Banda
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I made these bacon-wrapped dates for my friends and they raved about them. They said they were the best bacon-wrapped dates they've ever had.


Luna Sayumi
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These bacon-wrapped dates are a delicious and elegant appetizer. They're perfect for a special occasion.


Chemo Sam
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I love how easy these bacon-wrapped dates are to make. They're also a great way to use up leftover bacon.


meer imran
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These bacon-wrapped dates are the perfect appetizer for any party. They're easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser.


Ochako Uraraka
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I've made bacon-wrapped dates before, but this recipe is by far the best. The manchego cheese adds a delicious creamy flavor.


Shakeel Nana
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I made these bacon-wrapped dates for my family and they loved them! The combination of sweet and salty was perfect.


Bob ert
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These bacon-wrapped dates were a hit at my party! They were easy to make and disappeared quickly.