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Bacon Manchego dates

Recipe Information

Description:
Bacon Manchego dates is a delicious Spanish recipe usually served as a appetizer. It requires about 5 minutes of prep time and about 15 minutes of cooking time for a combined total time of 20 minutes. The overall cooking skill level is considered easy. This recipe will yield 6 servings if prepared as directed.
Servings 6
Preparation Time 5 Minutes
Cook Time 15 Minutes
Total Time 20 Minutes
Difficulty Easy
Main Ingredient Dates; Bacon; Cheese
Category Fruit; Meat; Dairy
Meal Snack
Type Appetizer; Side Dish
Cuisine Spanish
Cook Method Baking
Diet

Ingredients

  • 12 dried dates

  • 2 ounces Manchego cheese

  • 6 slices bacon

Directions

  • Preheat an oven to 475°F and cut the manchego cheese into ½ inch cubes.

  • Slice the dates, remove the pit, and replace it with a cube of cheese. Wrap the date in half a slice of bacon and secure with a toothpick.

  • Repeat the previous step for the other 11 dates and place on a baking sheet.

  • Bake the dates for about 12-15 minutes or until bacon is crispy and brown.

Nutrition (per serving)

  • Calories: 113 cal

  • Total fat: 6g

  • Saturated fat: 3g

  • Polyunsaturated fat: <1g

  • Monounsaturated fat: 2g

  • Cholesterol: 12mg

  • Sodium: 148mg

  • Potassium: 140mg

  • Carbohydrate: 13g

  • Fiber: 1g

  • Protein: 5g