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GOAT CHEESE AND SALAMI STUFFED DATES



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As a last-minute finger food or hors d'oeuvre, these goat cheese stuffed dates can't be beat. The prep time for this easy party snack is just 15 minutes.

Provided by Kendra Vaculin

Time 15m

Yield 8 Servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 Tbsp. raw pistachios
4 oz. goat cheese
3 oz. thinly sliced Calabrese or other spicy salami, finely chopped
1 tsp. finely grated lemon zest
24 large dates (about 6 oz.), preferably Medjool, pitted
Honey (for drizzling)

Steps:

  • Toast pistachios in a dry small skillet over medium heat, tossing occasionally, until golden brown, 5-8 minutes. Let cool slightly, then finely chop.
  • Mix goat cheese, salami, and lemon zest in a medium bowl.
  • Slice dates in half lengthwise, taking care not to cut all the way through, and open like a book. Stuff each date with a small scoop of goat cheese mixture.
  • Arrange dates, filling side up, on a large plate or platter. Drizzle honey over and top with pistachios.

DATES STUFFED WITH CREAM CHEESE AND PECANS



Dates Stuffed with Cream Cheese and Pecans image

This is a recipe that my mother makes as a quick appetizer for special occasions. It may seem like an odd combination of flavors at first, but trust me, these can be addictive!

Provided by Nicole Isabella

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 3m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 3

pitted dates, as many as you want
cream cheese
pecans, per date

Steps:

  • "Butterfly"the dates, making sure that they are still attached along one side Spread the dates open and fill with a generous amount of cream cheese.
  • Place a pecan over the filling.
  • Close the date, shaping it back into its original shape.
  • Eat and enjoy!

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