Prep: Preheat oven at 375 

Soak your toothpicks in water so they don't burn in the oven. 

• Cut each bacon strip into thirds. In a large skillet, cook bacon until partially done-- but not crisp. Remove to paper towels to drain, keep warm. 

• Carefully cut a slit in the center of each date and fill with blue cheese.  Wrap bacon peice around each date and secure with pre-soaked wooden toothpicks. 

• Place on un-greased baking sheets. Bake at 375 for 10-12 minutes or until bacon is crisp.