Apricot-Glazed Gentile with Walnuts and Dates

This delectable appetizer is a fusion of sweet and savory ready in just 17 minutes. Bite-sized pieces of gentile are sautéed with toasted walnuts and enriched with a luscious apricot glaze, accented by the soft texture of Medjool dates and aromatic rosemary. For a perfect pairing, serve this appetizer with a Riesling – the slight sweetness and acidity will beautifully complement the dish’s rich glaze and nutty undertones.

Prep Time

8 min

Cook Time

9 min

Serves

6 Ingredients

1½ package Gentile Bite Size

2 teaspoons olive oil

1 1/2 cups shelled walnuts

10 Medjool dates, pitted and halved

4-5 small sprigs fresh rosemary

4 dried apricots, halved

3 tablespoons apricot preserves

Made With

Gentile Bite Size

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Apricot-Glazed Gentile with Walnuts and Dates

Prep Time

8 min

Cook Time

9 min

Serves

6 Made With

Gentile Bite Size

Learn More

Ingredients

1½ package Gentile Bite Size

2 teaspoons olive oil

1 1/2 cups shelled walnuts

10 Medjool dates, pitted and halved

4-5 small sprigs fresh rosemary

4 dried apricots, halved

3 tablespoons apricot preserves

How To Make

Heat oil in large skillet over medium heat. Add walnuts and toast, stirring frequently, until fragrant, about 3 to 4 minutes.

Add gentile and cook, stirring frequently, until fat begins to release, about 2 to 3 minutes.

Reduce heat to medium-low. Stir in dates, rosemary, dried apricots and apricot preserves.

Stir in 1 to 2 tablespoons of water until a thick glaze forms and coats the gentile.

Cook for 1 to 2 minutes, until dates and apricots are fully heated through.

Serve and enjoy!

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