Bacon-Wrapped Walnut-Stuffed Dates

Bacon-WrappedWalnut-Stuffed Dates are perfect with a glass of wine on a summer's eve or in front of a roaring fire in the dead of winter. These tasty little morsels have a hidden kick and are quick to make.

Cook: 10 min | Active: 20 min | Yield: 6 servings

Ingredients

• 12 Medjool dates, pitted
• Pinch red chili flakes
• 12 California walnut halves, toasted
• 4 slices lean bacon, cut crosswise into three equal pieces

Instructions

1. Heat broiler. Line a plate with paper towels; set aside.
2. Carefully make a lengthwise slit in each date, open gently and sprinkle with chili flakes; fill with a walnut half and reform the date around the walnut. Wrap the bacon around the date and secure with a wooden pick. Arrange on a baking sheet.
3. Broil, turning until crispy, about 8 to 10 minutes.
4. Pat dry with paper towels.
5. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Per serving: 98 Calories Fat 5g Saturated Fat 1g Monounsaturated Fat 1g Polyunsaturated Fat 2g Cholesterol 6mg Sodium 55mg Carbohydrates 12g Dietary Fiber 1g Protein 3g

Attribution

Recipe and photo used with permission from: California Walnuts
Created By Mollie Katzen - Chef and Author.