1 pkg. pitted whole dates
1 c. beef or pork charizo
1/4 c. almond slivers
1 pkg. thinly sliced bacon

Stuff each ball with charizo and 1 almond slice. Cut bacon slices in half. Roll a half slice around each stuffed date and secure with toothpick. Place wrapped dates on a wire rack in shallow roasting pan and bake uncovered in a 400 degree oven for 10-15 minutes, or until bacon is done and crispy. Turn dates if needed during baking. Place on paper towels momentarily before serving on appetizer tray. These sound strange, but are easy and taste great!