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1/2 pound large Medjool dates, carefully pitted
1/2 cup Marcona almonds (substitution: blanched almonds)
1/2 pound Valdeon cheese (substitution: Maytag or Stilton)
1/2 pound sliced bacon, each slice cut in 1/2 (roughly 4-inch lengths)
6 cups canola oil
Special equipment: 6- inch bamboo skewers
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Heat canola oil in a large, heavy-bottomed pot to 475 degrees F.
Split each date in half and stuff with 1 almond and 1/2 teaspoon of Valdeon cheese, and close carefully.
Lay a strip of bacon on a cutting board, place a stuffed date at the bottom of the bacon, and wrap with the bacon, making sure to pull the bacon tightly towards you while rolling.
Add 3 dates onto each skewer.
Carefully submerge the skewers one by one in the oil and fry until golden, about 1 minute.
Remove to a plate lined with paper towels and allow to cool for a few minutes before serving.
Here’s a video of the process.
Serves 4-6.
Source: FoodNetwork
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