Date e Panchetta - Old World Recipe - Local Flavor

You Need

1 pound sliced pancetta, cut into small strips - 1 lb. sliced Bacon can be substituted – Italian or American it’s still Bacon!

1/2 pound goat cheese - Locally produced, fresh goat cheese can be found year round at many farms and Farmer’s Markets.

1 pound pitted dates

Toothpicks
Baking Dish or Shallow Pan

Directions

Preheat – 375 degrees

Slice dates in half, fill center with cheese and close the halves back together.

Wrap with Bacon of your choice – Italian or American – It’s Still Bacon!

Stick each one with a toothpick - This insures the bacon cheesy goodness stays put

Arrange in baking dish or shallow pan

Bake until Bacon is Crispy

Usually 30 to 40 minutes depending on the oven
Enjoy! Manga!