Goat Cheese Stuffed Dates With Basil & Prosciutto

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   Soak toothpicks in water while preparing the dates. Use a sharp paring knife to slit each date lengthwise, and pop out the pit. Snip basil leaves from stems - use sharp scissors to avoid bruising the leaves. For larger leaves, slice in half lengthwise.

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   Cut prosciutto into strips about 1 inch wide by 4 inches long. For packaged prosciutto this generally means cutting each strip into quarters.

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   Preheat broiler.

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   With a small spoon, butter knife, or offset spatula, stuff about 1 teaspoons goat cheese into each date.

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   Wrap a basil leaf around each date.

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   Wrap prosciutto over the basil, securing with a toothpick.

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   Place in a single layer on a cookie sheet.

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   Broil for about 2-3 minutes, use tongs to turn dates over, and broil another 2-3 minutes until prosciutto is golden and sizzling.

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   Transfer to serving dishes.

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    Garnish with fresh basil.

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    Delicious hot from the over or at room temperature.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.