Almond Stuffed Dates with Bacon

Yields:	6 servings
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4	ounces	almonds	blanched whole
1	pound	dates	pitted
1 1/2	pounds	bacon	lean thinly sliced bacon cut into thirds

Put an almond in each date.

Wrap a piece of bacon around each stuffed date and secure with a toothpick.

Line cookie sheet with aluminum foil. Place dates on foil and bake in preheated 400 degree F oven for 12-15 minutes or until bacon is crisp.

Remove to rack or paper towel; drain. Serve warm.

try spreading butter on a slice.....hmmm