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12 Medjool dates
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2 oz Blue Stilton Cheesecut into 12 small pieces
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6 rashers Pancetta
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1 tbsp Balsamic glaze
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3 tbsp Arugula
Stilton Stuffed Dates Wrapped in Pancetta
These Stilton Stuffed Dates Wrapped in Pancetta are perfect for parties! Who wants to see an appetizer a little less carby and a little more quick and easy to prepare with only three main ingredients? Yes, please! So be ready for our magical party appetizer that disappears in minutes.
The melty, creamy blue Stilton cheese inside the warm, sweet date wrapped in the crispiest pancetta slices and baked to perfection is my ultimate New Year’s appetizer. To take these to the next level of deliciousness, I put a little balsamic glaze on top and garnish with arugula leaves.
To make these Stilton Stuffed Dates Wrapped in Pancetta, you will need the following ingredients:
Steps to make Stilton Stuffed Dates Wrapped in Pancetta
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Preheat oven |
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Preheat the oven to 400 °F and line a small and shallow roasting pan with parchment paper. |
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Slice dates |
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Slice each date in half lengthwise, but don’t cut all the way through. Remove and discard the pit. |
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Stuff dates |
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Stuff each date with a small piece of Stilton cheese and gently squeeze to close. |
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Wrap with pancetta |
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Using the back of a knife, stretch the pancetta and half each one widthwise. Wrap each date with half a pancetta rasher. Secure each date with a wooden skewer. |
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Bake |
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Place the stuffed and wrapped dates on the prepared roasting pan. Bake for 15-17 minutes until the pancetta is crisping. |
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Serve |
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Serve hot, drizzled with 1 tablespoon balsamic glaze and garnished with arugula. Enjoy! |
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