Dates in a Blanket (Rumaki)
Dates filled with pineapple and wrapped in bacon. This super simple and tasty hors d-oeurve is always a hit. Makes 24 pieces.
Author: Ginger
Ingredients
- 24 large dates pitted
- pineapple pieces fresh or canned*
- 12 slices bacon cut in half lengthwise**
Directions
Cut a slit down each date and remove pit. Fill each date with a slice of pineapple. Wrap each date with a half piece of bacon, and secure with a toothpick.
Arrange on a cookie sheet with toothpick laying on it's side, as you will need to flip them while broiling.
Broil about 8 inches away from flame, for about 4-6 minutes, or until the bacon begins to brown and crisp. Flip over the dates so they cook on the flip side. Broil second side for about 4-6 minutes.
Remove from oven and transfer to serving plate.
Can be served hot or at room temperature.
*If you use canned pineapple 'chunks', slice each chunk in half in order to fit inside date. If you use canned 'tidbits', you probably need to use two tidbits per date.
**You can use turkey, pork, or even veggie bacon. Don't use a whole strip, as they will wrap to be too thick and not cook thoroughly.
Adapted from My dear friend Judy