Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F.
2. Soak toothpicks in water for 15 minutes.
3. Slice dates in half lengthwise and open them. Fill each date with blue cheese. Close the halves of the dates and wrap a half-slice of bacon around the outside. Secure each one with a toothpick. Arrange on a nonstick baking sheet.
4. Bake for 15 minutes. Turn the dates over and bake for an additional 15−20 minutes or until bacon is crispy.