Ingredients:

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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   4      ounces        blanched whole almonds
   1      pound         pitted dates
   1 1/2  pounds        lean bacon -- thinly sliced cut
                        -- into thirds

Preparation:

Put an almond in each date. Wrap a piece of bacon around each stuffed date and secure with a toothpick. Line cookie sheet with aluminum foil. Place dates on foil and bake in preheated 400 degree oven for 12-15 minutes or until bacon is crisp. Remove to rack or paper towel; drain. Serve warm.