We are in the full swing of holiday season and the busyness is real! We know it’s important to stop and experience the season but it’s pretty hard when there are lists to check and parties to attend and lists for parties to get done! If you’re feeling that overwhelming, holiday anxiety – we get you. So, we are happy to say this holiday appetizer takes 3-5 ingredients, just a few minutes, and little to no brain power! How about that for a win-win-win.

And, let’s be honest, while bacon wrapped dates are an amazing holiday appetizer, who’s to say they can’t be enjoyed year-round? Who’s to say they’re just for parties and not just for you, at home, on some random Wednesday afternoon??? You do you.

Ingredients:

• 6oz Shaft’s 2-Year Blue
• 1 Container Pitted Dates
• 1 LB Bacon
• Pistachios (garnish)
• Honey (for drizzle)

Directions:

• Heat oven to 400°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
• Cook bacon to about 1/2 done, still soft enough to wrap.
• Stuff dates with blue and wrap with bacon.
• Sprinkle with salt and pepper and bake for 5-7 minutes, flipping half way through.
• Remove from oven, sprinkle with crushed pistachios and drizzle with honey!