Dates with Bacon
Photo: Thomas J. Story; Styling: Dan Becker
Time: 25 minutes. Find Medjool dates at Middle Eastern and well-stocked grocery stores.
How to Make It
Step 1
1
Cut bacon strips crosswise into about 4-in. lengths. Wrap a piece snugly around each date, overlapping ends.
Step 2
2
Set dates, seam sides down, in a 10- to 12-in. nonstick frying pan over medium heat (you may have to fry dates in batches). Turn dates occasionally until bacon is browned and crisp on all sides, 6 to 8 minutes total. Transfer dates to paper towels to drain; blot dry. Serve warm or cool.
Step 3
3
*Make ahead: Up to 6 hours; let cool, then cover and store at room temperature.
Step 4
4
Note: Nutritional analysis is per piece.
Ingredients
6 strips thin-sliced bacon
18 pitted Medjool dates
Directions
Step 1
1
Cut bacon strips crosswise into about 4-in. lengths. Wrap a piece snugly around each date, overlapping ends.
Step 2
2
Set dates, seam sides down, in a 10- to 12-in. nonstick frying pan over medium heat (you may have to fry dates in batches). Turn dates occasionally until bacon is browned and crisp on all sides, 6 to 8 minutes total. Transfer dates to paper towels to drain; blot dry. Serve warm or cool.
Step 3
3
*Make ahead: Up to 6 hours; let cool, then cover and store at room temperature.
Step 4
4
Note: Nutritional analysis is per piece.
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