Roasted Dates with Smoked Bacon and Goat Cheese

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil; set a rack over the baking sheet.

2. 2

   Lay the bacon out on the rack.

3. 3

   Transfer to the oven and bake until cooked but not crispy, 12 to 15 minutes.

4. 4

   Let the bacon cool for about 5 minutes before cutting into 1/2-inch pieces.

5. 5

   Lower the oven to 350 degrees F. Remove the rack from the baking sheet; replace the aluminum with parchment paper.

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   Cut a lengthwise slit in the dates, just long enough to remove the pits.

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   Carefully remove the pits.

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   Fill each date with a scant teaspoon of the goat cheese.

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   Carefully insert a piece of bacon into the cheese in each date.

10. 10

    Bake the stuffed dates for about 15 minutes.

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    Serve warm.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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