Bacon-Wrapped Dates

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat the oven to 400F.
2. 2
   Cut the bacon slices into thirds.
3. 3
   Wrap a piece of bacon around each date and secure by sticking a toothpick through the bacon and into the date.
4. 4
   Stir the jam vigorously for 1 minute, or until it loosens up enough to thinly coat the dates.
5. 5
   (Alternatively, if you have a microwave, place the jam in a microwave-safe bowl and microwave on high for 30 seconds, or until barely warm.)
6. 6
   Dip the wrapped dates in the jam and place on a baking sheet.
7. 7
   Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, until the bacon is cooked.
8. 8
   Place the dates on a serving plate and serve warm.