Ingredients:
1 container pitted dates
1/2 lb sliced bacon, cut into 3rds
wooden toothpicks
Directions:
Preheat oven to 350 degree. Wrap each date with sliced bacon and secure with a toothpick. Place on baking pan with rack. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes or until bacon gets crispy (make sure not to burn) Serve hot.
Other Version:
Slice dates down middle, stuff with some Manchego cheese. Wrap in bacon and secure with toothpick. Cook as directed.