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These dates are great as a finger-food appetizer, part of a cheese course, or just
anytime to eat. They are so easy to make and so delicious!
Check out Linda's
Appetizer Recipes
for more great appetizer ideas.
Gorgonzola
Stuffed Dates Recipe
Recipe Type:
Appetizer,
Dates, Gorgonzola Cheese
Yields:
18 to 20 stuffed dates
Prep time: 20 min
Ingredients:
1 (8-ounce) package large dates, pitted*
4 tablespoons gorgonzola cheese (not crumbled), room temperature
4 tablespoons cream cheese, room temperature
3 tablespoons toasted almonds, pecans, or walnuts, etc. (your choice), chopped**
* To Pit
Dates:
To pit
the date, slice the date open lengthwise, and use the tip of the blade to
pry the pit out.
**
Toasting Nuts: Toast walnuts in a small skillet over low heat for
approximately 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Watch the nuts carefully so
that they don’t burn.
Preparation:
Using a sharp knife, cut
a lengthwise slit down the center, but not through, each date
to open the dates up; set aside.
In a small bowl, mash together
the gorgonzola cheese and cream cheese. When thoroughly mixed, stir in the
chopped nuts.
One-by-one, spread each date
open and place approximately 1/2 teaspoon of the cheese/nut mixture inside
the pocket of each date. Smooth out the top and place the prepared date on
a serving platter. Repeat with the remaining dates.
The
dates can be prepared a few days ahead, covered tightly, and kept
refrigerated. Bring to room temperature before serving.
Makes
18 to 20 stuffed dates.
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