Stuffed Dates Recipe
Or figs with goat cheese and/or bacon.
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Ingredients
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Fruits
Dairy
Meat
Optional Garnishes
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Dates and Figs
Using a sharp knife, carefully make a lengthwise slit in each Medjool date and fig, being careful not to cut all the way through. Open them gently to create a pocket for the filling.
- 2
Stuffing
- 3
Stuff the Fruits
Take the goat cheese and use a small spoon or your fingers to fill each date and fig with a generous amount of goat cheese. If desired, mix in crumbled bacon with the goat cheese before stuffing.
Finishing Touches
- 4
Garnish and Serve
Arrange the stuffed dates and figs on a serving platter. Drizzle with balsamic glaze and sprinkle with chopped parsley if desired. Serve immediately.
