Dates Stuffed With Gorgonzola Recipes

BACON WRAPPED DATES STUFFED WITH BLUE CHEESE

Steps:

• Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
• Slice dates in half, and open them up. Pinch off pieces of blue cheese, and place them into the center of the dates. Close the halves of the dates, and wrap a half-slice of bacon around the outside. Secure each one with a toothpick. Arrange in a baking dish or on a baking sheet with sides to catch any grease.
• Bake for 30 to 40 minutes in the preheated oven, or until the bacon is crisp. Turn dates over after the first 20 minutes for even cooking.

STUFFED DATES

Steps:

• Mix cream cheese and Gorgonzola cheese together in a bowl.
• Cut a slit into each date so they can be spread flat. Spread cheese mixture into each date; top with a walnut piece.

STUFFED DATES WITH GORGONZOLA

Steps:

• 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 cream cheese and gorgonzola. Spread each date with about ½ teaspoons of the cheese mixture inside the opening. Smooth the top and place 1 pecan over each date.
• In a small bowl, combine balsamic syrup and molasses. Transfer the dates to a serving tray. Drizzle the molasses mixture over the dates and then sprinkle very lightly with cayenne pepper.
• Note: If not served right away, skip the drizzling and cover with plastic wrap; refrigerate until needed. Bring to room temperature and drizzle with molasses mixture before serving.