Party Poppers

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 375°.
2. 2
   Cut dates in half, lengthwise.
3. 3
   Cut brie into bite-size pieces, about the size of a peanut.
4. 4
   Place a piece of brie and 4 almond pieces on open half of date.
5. 5
   Place other half on top.
6. 6
   Quarter bacon slices, wrap tightly around stuffed date and secure with a toothpick.
7. 7
   Sprinkle with pepper.
8. 8
   Line a baking sheet with foil and place wrapped dates on top.
9. 9
   Bake for 15 minutes or until bacon is crispy.
10. 10
    Serve warm.