RECIPE # 5266 - APPETIZERS FROM THE YELLOW...

Ingredients

• Approx. 18 almonds
• Approx. 18 dates
• 6 slices nitrate-free bacon, each cut into thirds
• 3 ounces chopped sundried tomatoes (not the oil-packed kind)
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan (or Pecorino)
• 1 medium-sized garlic clove, minced
• 1 small shallot, minced
• 1/4 cup parsley leaves
• 1/4 cup toasted walnuts, roughly chopped
• 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
• ¼ cup plus 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 12 (1/4-inch baguette slices)
• 12 (2-inch slices Brie, for serving)