Party Poppers

Sweet and savory.

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 375°.
2. Cut dates in half, lengthwise.
3. Cut brie into bite-size pieces, about the size of a peanut.
4. Place a piece of brie and 4 almond pieces on open half of date. Place other half on top.
5. Quarter bacon slices, wrap tightly around stuffed date and secure with a toothpick. Sprinkle with pepper.
6. Line a baking sheet with foil and place wrapped dates on top. Bake for 15 minutes or until bacon is crispy. Serve warm.

Recipe courtesy of Chef Alyssa,
ALDI Test Kitchen