Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsIozzo's Garden of ItalySausage Stuffed Dates Recipe

Sausage Stuffed Dates Recipe

Time30m
Serves4

house sausage and guanciale, spicy tomato sauce

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Ingredients

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Stuffed Dates

Method

Preparation Instructions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Filling

    In a skillet over medium heat, add the diced guanciale and cook until crispy. Remove from the skillet and set aside. In the same skillet, add house sausage and cook until browned and fully cooked. Combine the crispy guanciale with the cooked sausage, season with salt and black pepper, and set aside to cool slightly.

  2. 2

    Stuff the Dates

    Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Carefully slice each Medjool date lengthwise and remove the pit. Stuff each date with the sausage and guanciale mixture.

  3. 3

    Bake the Dates

    Place the stuffed dates on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Drizzle with olive oil and bake for 10-15 minutes until heated through and slightly crispy.

  4. 4

    Serve with Sauce

    While the dates are baking, warm the spicy tomato sauce in a saucepan. Once the dates are ready, serve them warm, drizzled with spicy tomato sauce and garnished with fresh parsley.

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