Goat Cheese and Pistachio-Stuffed Dates

Name: Goat Cheese and Pistachio-Stuffed Dates
Yield: makes 16
Ingredients: 4 ounces soft goat cheese; 3 tablespoons shelled salted pistachios, toasted and coarsely chopped; 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh chives, plus more for garnish; Freshly ground pepper; 8 plump, soft dried dates (preferably Medjool), pitted and halved lengthwise

January 26, 2012

You can make the goat cheese filling one day ahead and refrigerate it. These hors d’oeuvres can be assembled several hours before serving. Loosely cover them with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for up to 3 hours. Bring to room temperature before serving.

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