ASHER BLUE CHEESE STUFFED DATES

  • PREP TIME: 10 minutes
  • COOK TIME:
  • YIELDS: 6 dates

Ingredients

  • 6 Medjool dates
  • ¼ cup thinly sliced celery, cut at an angle
  • 1 tablespoon sherry vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil, divided
  • 2 ounces blue cheese or goat cheese

A simple appetizer that is surprisingly delicious – I constantly order these little bites at a local restaurant. They can be made with a variety of cheeses such as goat cheese, Parmesean, or Manchego.

Instructions

FIRST Using a sharp knife, slice dates long-ways until your knife hits the pit. Remove pit and set aside.

NEXT Toss celery with vinegar and ½ tablespoon oil, season with salt and freshly cracked black pepper.

LAST Slide 1-2 slices of celery in the center of each date along with a small chunk of cheese. Arrange dates on a plate and drizzle with remaining olive oil to serve.