Bacon-Wrapped Dates with Parmesan

Preparation

1. Step 1

   Preheat the oven to 400°F.

   Step 2

   Using a small paring knife, cut a small slit across the length of each date.

   Step 3

   Cut the cheese into approximately 1/2-inch-by-1/4-inch rectangles (the cheese will not cut into perfect shapes, but that's OK).

   Step 4

   Insert a piece of Parmigiano into each date.

   Step 5

   Lay the strips of bacon out on a work space, next to each other. One by one, place each date at the end of a strip of bacon, and then carefully roll the date along the bacon strip, wrapping it tightly.

   Step 6

   Place the bacon-wrapped dates on a roasting rack set in a baking sheet, and roast for 10 to 15 minutes, until golden brown and crispy on the outside.

   Step 7

   Arrange the dates in a bowl with the parsley leaves.

   Step 8

   Remember to warn your guests that the dates are hot!