Dates and Manchego by Renee Erickson

Sometimes it takes just a little heat to transform an ingredient, like dates, which go from being stiff and fudgy to luscious and aromatic with a little gentle heating.

Excerpted with permission from Getaway: Food & Drink to Transport You by Renee Erickson:

Sometimes it takes just a little heat to transform an ingredient, like dates, which go from being stiff and fudgy to luscious and aromatic with a little gentle heating. Salty sheep’s milk Manchego is the perfect counterpart.

Serves 6-8

INGREDIENTS

• 2 tablespoons olive oil