Pecan-Stuffed Dates

• 1 8-ounce box pitted dates
• 30 pecan halves
• 10 to 12 slices bacon

Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Stuff each date with a pecan half. Cut each slice of bacon into 3 pieces. Wrap 1 piece around each stuffed date and secure with a toothpick. Bake until bacon is crisp, 12 to 15 minutes. Drain and serve.

Yield: Approximately 30 pieces
Preparation time: 15 minutes
Cooking time: 12 to 15 minutes
Ease of Preparation: Easy

Recipe courtesy Paula Deen