Bacon Wrapped Dates

Like you need a reason to improve upon just plain bacon!  These bacon wrapped dates helps you to savor that bacon-deliciousness just a little longer.

1/2 lb. bacon
about 20 dates, pitted
toothpicks

Preheat oven to 425 F.  Prepare baking sheet with parchment paper, set aside.

Cut bacon into thirds.  Wrap each date with a 1/3 slice bacon, overlapping and securing with a toothpick.  Place bacon wrapped dates on baking sheet.  Bake for 10-15 minutes, until bacon is done.  Cool for 10 minutes before serving.