Parmesan-Stuffed Dates Wrapped in Bacon

Directions

1. 1.

   Put oven rack in middle position and preheat oven to 450°F.

2. 2.

   Stuff 1 piece of cheese into each date, then wrap 1 piece of bacon around each date, securing it with a pick. Arrange dates 1 inch apart in a shallow baking pan.

3. 3.

   Bake 5 minutes, then turn dates over with tongs and bake until bacon is crisp, 5 to 6 minutes more. Drain on a paper bag or parchment. Serve immediately.