Cheesy Bacon Wrapped Dates

by V & V Supremo Foods, Inc.

5.00

45 Min

Servings

ingredients

Cheesy Bacon Wrapped Dates are a perfect party appetizer for the holiday season. Seared Queso Fresco Cheese from V&V Supremo® adds new twist to this classic. ¡Buen apetito!

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Ingredients

½ (10 oz.) pkg.

V&V SUPREMO® Brand Queso Fresco Cheese, cold

½ (10 oz.) pkg. V&V SUPREMO® Brand Queso Fresco Cheese, cold
½ (8.8 oz.) pkg.

Chihuahua® Brand Quesadilla Cheese from V&V SUPREMO®, room temperature

½ (8.8 oz.) pkg. Chihuahua® Brand Quesadilla Cheese from V&V SUPREMO®, room temperature
12

medium pitted dates, sliced in half

12 medium pitted dates, sliced in half
4

slices bacon, cut into thirds

4 slices bacon, cut into thirds

5 Steps to complete

1

Preheat oven to 425°F. Slice Queso Fresco and Chihuahua® Cheese into 12 chunks that are ¼-inch thick and 2-inches long or slightly larger than the dates.
2

Preheat a nonstick griddle or comal for 2 minutes over medium heat. Sear Queso Fresco Cheese for 30 seconds to 1 minute on each side or until golden.
3

Sandwich seared Queso Fresco Cheese chunks in between 2 date halves, wrap each with 1 piece of bacon, and use a toothpick to secure bacon in place. Transfer bacon wrapped dates to sheet tray lined with parchment paper. For best results, wrap and refrigerate or place in freezer for 15 minutes; or up to a day in advance.
4

Bake for 8 to 10 minutes, remove from oven, and flip dates for even cooking. Bake for an additional 5 to 7 minutes or until bacon is crisp. Remove from oven and allow dates to cool for several minutes. Preheat broiler to 550°F or high heat.
5

Top each date with 1 slice of Chihuahua® Cheese, return to oven, and broil for 1 to 2 minutes or until cheese is melted and lightly browned. Transfer Cheesy Bacon Wrapped Dates to serving plate or platter and enjoy!

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Recipe by: V&V Supremo Foods, Inc.

From: Chicago, IL

Total Time :

45 Min
Ingredients :

4

INGREDIENTS:

½ (10 oz.) pkg. V&V SUPREMO® Brand Queso Fresco Cheese, cold
½ (8.8 oz.) pkg. Chihuahua® Brand Quesadilla Cheese from V&V SUPREMO®, room temperature
12 medium pitted dates, sliced in half
4 slices bacon, cut into thirds

DIRECTIONS:

1. Preheat oven to 425°F. Slice Queso Fresco and Chihuahua® Cheese into 12 chunks that are ¼-inch thick and 2-inches long or slightly larger than the dates.
2. Preheat a nonstick griddle or comal for 2 minutes over medium heat. Sear Queso Fresco Cheese for 30 seconds to 1 minute on each side or until golden.
3. Sandwich seared Queso Fresco Cheese chunks in between 2 date halves, wrap each with 1 piece of bacon, and use a toothpick to secure bacon in place. Transfer bacon wrapped dates to sheet tray lined with parchment paper. For best results, wrap and refrigerate or place in freezer for 15 minutes; or up to a day in advance.
4. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes, remove from oven, and flip dates for even cooking. Bake for an additional 5 to 7 minutes or until bacon is crisp. Remove from oven and allow dates to cool for several minutes. Preheat broiler to 550°F or high heat.
5. Top each date with 1 slice of Chihuahua® Cheese, return to oven, and broil for 1 to 2 minutes or until cheese is melted and lightly browned. Transfer Cheesy Bacon Wrapped Dates to serving plate or platter and enjoy!

Cheesy Bacon Wrapped Dates

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