Michael Symon's Roasted Dates with Pancetta, Almonds and Chile

Rich, meaty, and hearty!

skill level

Easy

time

1-30min

servings

4-6

cost

Contributed by : Michael Symon

A rich, meaty, and hearty dish to serve at your holiday party!

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step 1

ingredients

instructions Preheat the oven to 350F.
step 2

ingredients 2 cups Pitted Dates

instructions Put the dates on a small rimmed baking sheet and roast in the oven until heated through, about 5 minutes. Turn off the oven but leave the dates in there while you cook the pancetta.
step 3

ingredients 3 oz Pancetta finely diced (1/2 cup)
1/2 cup Sliced Almonds
1 teapsoon Minced Garlic
1 teaspoon Crushed Red Pepper Flakes
1 cup Chicken Stock
1 tablespon Unsalted Butter
1 tablespoon Fresh Lemon Juice
1 tablespoon Chopped fresh flat-leaf Parsley Leaves

instructions In a medium sauté pan over medium heat, cook the pancetta until it is three-quarters crisp, about 5 minutes. Add the almonds and continue cooking until they brown, a few minutes. Add the garlic and cook for another minute or so. Add the red pepper flakes and stock and bring to a simmer, scraping the bottom of the pan with a wooden spoon. Remove the pan from the heat and whisk in the butter, stirring continuously until the butter is melted. Stir in the lemon juice and parsley.
step 4

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instructions Add the dates to the pan and swirl and toss them in the sauce.
step 5

ingredients 1/2 cup Maytag Bleu Cheese
French Baguette sliced into 1/2-inch-thick slices and toasted

instructions Spread the bleu cheese over the crostini, top with the dates and spoon sauce over them to serve.
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