Indulge in a culinary journey with our exquisite Baked Goat Cheese recipes, a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Embark on a delectable adventure as you explore a range of recipes, each offering a unique twist on this classic dish. From the simplicity of Herb-Roasted Goat Cheese to the elegance of Honey-Baked Goat Cheese, these recipes cater to every palate and occasion. Whether you seek a quick and easy appetizer or a centerpiece for your next dinner party, our curated collection will guide you to culinary success. Prepare to be captivated by the creamy texture and tangy flavor of goat cheese, perfectly complemented by an array of herbs, spices, and accompaniments. Let your senses savor the delightful combination of sweet and savory, as the cheese melts and blends harmoniously with the other ingredients. Discover the versatility of goat cheese as you explore both hot and cold preparations, ensuring that you find the perfect recipe for any season or occasion.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
BAKED GOAT CHEESE DIP
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories appetizer
Time 25m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Combine the goat cheese, cream cheese, parmesan and 2 tablespoons olive oil in a food processor and season with pepper; puree until smooth. Brush a 1-quart baking dish with olive oil, then spread the cheese mixture in the dish, mounding it slightly higher around the edge than in the middle. Bake until golden and heated through, about 15 minutes.
- Meanwhile, combine the tomatoes, chives, vinegar, garlic, the remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil and 1/2 teaspoon salt in a medium bowl. Spoon the tomato mixture on top of the dip. Serve with baguette slices.
BAKED TOMATOES WITH GOAT CHEESE
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories side-dish
Time 40m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 0
Steps:
- Slice off the tops of 4 large beefsteak tomatoes; scoop out the seeds and some of the flesh. Drizzle with olive oil; season with salt and pepper. Fill each tomato with 1 ounce crumbled goat cheese. Combine 1/2 cup panko, 2 tablespoons each olive oil, grated Parmesan and chopped parsley, 1 grated garlic clove, 1 teaspoon each fresh thyme and grated lemon zest and 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt; sprinkle on the tomatoes. Bake at 450˚ F until golden brown, about 10 minutes.
BAKED ARTICHOKE PASTA WITH CREAMY GOAT CHEESE
This cheese-filled pasta bake gets its sweet and crunchy topping from a layer of canned fried onions and Parmesan cheese sprinkled on top. Canned artichokes give it a savory depth, while a combination of goat cheese, cream cheese and mozzarella make it wonderfully gooey. Make sure to use plain - not marinated - artichokes, which will be too sharp and acidic here. You're looking for a mellow richness in this comforting casserole.
Provided by Melissa Clark
Categories dinner, weekday, pastas, main course
Time 45m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Heat oven to 425 degrees and bring a large pot of heavily salted water to a boil. Cook fusilli according to package directions until 3 minutes shy of al dente. Reserve 3 cups pasta water, then drain.
- Meanwhile, in a large oven-proof skillet, heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook scallion whites until softened, about 5 minutes, then add garlic and cook another 1 minute. Stir in red-pepper flakes, and cook another 30 seconds.
- Whisk in 1 1/2 cups pasta water, cream cheese and goat cheese, and simmer, whisking, until smooth. Stir in artichokes, 1 cup fried onions, the mozzarella, the parsley, the dill and the reserved scallion greens, then stir in cooked pasta and black pepper. Add more pasta water if it seems too dry; you want this to be fairly liquid, because the pasta will soak up the sauce as it bakes. Taste and add some salt if needed.
- Top pasta with remaining cup of fried onions and the Parmesan. Bake until filling is bubbly and onions are browned, about 10 to 20 minutes. Serve drizzled with olive oil, and with more red-pepper flakes on the side if you like.
GREEN SALAD WITH BAKED GOAT CHEESE
I combined my favorite parts of a variety of salads to create this masterpiece. The warm baked cheese and crunchy croutons are wonderful complements to the crisp salad greens.-Deb Morris, Wevertown, New York
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 20m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°. Cut goat cheese into eight slices; brush both sides with olive oil and coat with bread crumbs. Place on an ungreased baking sheet. Bake until cheese is bubbly, 5-6 minutes., In a large bowl, combine salad greens, cranberries, walnuts and bacon; transfer to a platter. Top with cheese and croutons. Serve with dressing of your choice.,
Nutrition Facts : Calories 148 calories, Fat 10g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 13mg cholesterol, Sodium 192mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 5g protein.
BAKED TOMATOES, PEPPERS, AND GOAT CHEESE WITH CRISPED TOASTS
A marriage between two of our favorite summer fruits, this savory-sweet dish is decorated with soft cheese and a hint of garlic. Served over a crispy baguette, it's the perfect summer lunch, midday snack, or party appetizer.
Provided by Maggie Ruggiero
Categories Lost Recipes of Gourmet Appetizer Summer Tomato Hors D'Oeuvre Hot Pepper Goat Cheese Quick & Easy Soy Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Vegetarian
Yield 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat broiler.
- Cook shallot and garlic in 3 Tbsp. oil in a 12-inch skillet over medium heat, stirring, until softened, about 2 minutes. Add tomatoes, red peppers, and 1 tsp. each kosher salt and pepper and cook, stirring, until tomatoes are softened and juicy, about 5 minutes.
- Transfer mixture to a 1 1/2-2 qt shallow baking dish and arrange cheese over top and drizzle with remaining 1 Tbsp. olive oil. Broil until cheese is softened and lightly charred, 3-5 minutes.
BAKED FIGS AND GOAT CHEESE
Provided by David Tanis
Categories quick, appetizer
Time 25m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Heat oven to 400 degrees. Cut goat cheese into 6 thick slices. Line an 8-by 12-inch earthenware baking dish with fig leaves (if using). Arrange goat cheese in center of dish and surround with fig halves. Season lightly with salt and pepper, then sprinkle with thyme. Drizzle with olive oil.
- Bake uncovered for 15 minutes, until both cheese and figs are softened. Run under broiler for 1 minute to brown. Let cool slightly before serving.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 224, UnsaturatedFat 8 grams, Carbohydrate 17 grams, Fat 15 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 8 grams, SaturatedFat 6 grams, Sodium 304 milligrams, Sugar 14 grams
BAKED GOAT CHEESE WITH CARAMELIZED ONION, GARLIC AND MISSION FIGS
Provided by The Hearty Boys
Categories appetizer
Time 50m
Yield 20 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
- Crumble the goat cheese into an oven safe dish and set aside.
- In a sauce pot combine the figs and sherry with enough water to barely cover the figs. Place the sauce pot over high heat and bring up to a bubble, cover and remove from the heat and let the figs plump while the onions are cooking.
- Pour the olive oil into a large skillet and place over medium heat. Add the onions, garlic, rosemary, salt and pepper and cook, stirring often, for about 10 minutes, or until lightly browned. Using a slotted spoon remove the plumped figs from the sauce pot, leaving behind any of the pluming liquid. Add the figs to the cooked onions, stir to combine and then spoon over the goat cheese. Place the dish into the top half of the oven for 20 minutes, until the edges begin to bubble.
- Remove and serve immediately with sliced baguettes.
BAKED PENNE WITH SQUASH AND GOAT CHEESE
Provided by Giada De Laurentiis
Categories main-dish
Time 1h10m
Yield 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- For the topping: Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
- Mix together the panko, olive oil and salt in a small bowl. Set aside.
- For the pasta: Heat a large ovenproof braiser over medium heat. Melt the butter in the braiser and add the shallots, pepper flakes and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Cook until the shallots begin to soften, about 2 minutes. Whisk in the flour and stir to cook out some of the raw flour taste, about 2 minutes. Slowly begin to add the milk, adding a small amount at a time and whisking after each addition, until smooth. Bring to a simmer, then reduce the heat to maintain a simmer for 5 minutes. Stir in the goat cheese, 1 cup mozzarella and the squash. Season with the remaining 1 1/2 teaspoons salt.
- Meanwhile, bring a large pot of water to a boil over high heat. Season well with salt. Cook the pasta for about 6 minutes (it should still be very firm). Using a pasta spider, remove the pasta directly to the sauce but do not yet stir it in. Sprinkle the plain pasta with the Parmesan and stir to combine. Add the broccoli rabe to the pasta water and cook for 30 seconds. Use the pasta spider to drain well, then add to the pasta. Stir to evenly distribute. Sprinkle the top with the remaining 1/2 cup mozzarella and the panko mixture. Bake until bubbly all over, 20 to 25 minutes. Switch to the broiler and broil for 5 minutes to brown the top, if desired.
BAKED STUFFED TOMATOES WITH GOAT CHEESE FONDUE
Hollowed out and stuffed with a runny mix of goat cheese and mascarpone, firm but ripe tomatoes make excellent vessels for a melting fondue.
Provided by Melissa Clark
Categories quick, appetizer
Time 20m
Yield 2 to 3 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 500 degrees. If necessary, slice a very thin layer off bottoms of tomatoes so they will stand upright. Core tomatoes, and carve them out, stopping about about 3/4 inch from bottom and sides. (Do not remove too much, or tomato will collapse when baked.) Season inside of each tomato with salt. In a small bowl, stir together mascarpone and goat cheese.
- To prepare topping, melt butter with oil in a medium skillet over medium-high heat. Add garlic and anchovies, and cook, stirring, 30 seconds. Stir in bread crumbs, and sauté 2 minutes more. Season with pepper.
- Fill each hollow with mascarpone mixture. Top generously with bread crumbs. Transfer tomatoes to a baking sheet, and bake until they are slightly blistered and the tops are golden, about 10 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 216, UnsaturatedFat 8 grams, Carbohydrate 12 grams, Fat 17 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 6 grams, SaturatedFat 8 grams, Sodium 352 milligrams, Sugar 4 grams, TransFat 0 grams
ALICE WATERS'S BAKED GOAT CHEESE WITH SALAD
Provided by Craig Claiborne And Pierre Franey
Categories salads and dressings, appetizer
Time 8h20m
Yield Four servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Place the rounds of goat cheese in a flat dish and add onequarter cup of the oil. Add the thyme sprigs or sprinkle with one teaspoon dried thyme. Let stand eight hours or longer.
- Blend the remaining teaspoon dried thyme with the bread crumbs and set aside.
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
- Remove the cheese rounds and coat them all over with the breadcrumb-and-thyme mixture. Put them in an oiled baking dish and place in the oven. Bake six to 10 minutes or until cheese is lightly bubbling and golden.
- Meanwhile, blend the remaining half cup of oil with the vinegar, salt and pepper. Pour this over the salad greens and toss.
- Serve the cheese on warm plates surrounded by garlic toast slices. Serve with the salad.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 884, UnsaturatedFat 42 grams, Carbohydrate 75 grams, Fat 56 grams, Fiber 7 grams, Protein 22 grams, SaturatedFat 11 grams, Sodium 909 milligrams, Sugar 8 grams, TransFat 0 grams
BAKED CHICKEN STUFFED WITH SUN-DRIED TOMATO PESTO, GOAT CHEESE,
This recipe is great for all phases of the South Beach diet. But it's so yummy you can eat it even if you're not counting carbs!
Provided by Food Fetish
Categories Chicken Breast
Time 1h
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F
- Trim all visible fat and tendons from chicken breasts. Pound chicken until 1/4 inch thick.
- Put pesto, goat cheese, and chopped basil in food processor and buzz a few times until mixture is combined but not completely blended.
- Spread 1/6 of pesto/basil/goat cheese mixture on each chicken breast. Roll up chicken, starting with smallest end, tucking in loose pieces (you can secure with tootpicks if necessary).
- Put parmesan cheese in flat dish, and roll each rolled up chicken breast in the cheese, patting on so you get as much cheese sticking on as you can.
- Spray glass casserole dish with nonstick spray and arrange chicken so pieces are not touching. Bake 30-40 minutes, or until chicken is slightly browned and firm, but not hard to the touch.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 407.5, Fat 25.5, SaturatedFat 11.9, Cholesterol 126.2, Sodium 428.9, Carbohydrate 1.3, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 0.8, Protein 41.3
BAKED LENTILS WITH GOAT CHEESE
The French green Le Puy lentils are smaller and firmer than brown lentils, but have the same type of earthy flavor. They lend themselves to dishes where you want the lentils to stay intact like salads and sides. "Beluga lentils" will also work for this salad.
Provided by Martha Rose Shulman
Categories weekday, salads and dressings
Time 1h
Yield Serves 4 to 6 as a main dish salad, 8 as a side
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Place the lentils in a large saucepan or soup pot with the halved onion, the garlic cloves, and the bay leaf. Add enough water to cover by 1 1/2 inches. Bring to a simmer, add 1 teaspoon salt, cover and simmer 30 minutes, or until the lentils are tender all the way through but intact. Set a strainer over a bowl and drain the lentils. Remove the onion halves, bay leaf, and garlic and discard. Return the liquid to the pot and bring to a boil. Reduce to 1/2 cup.
- Preheat the oven to 350ºF. Whisk together the vinegar, garlic, Dijon mustard, olive oil, and cooking liquid from the lentils. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Toss with the lentils. Stir in the parsley (or parsley and chives), place in a baking dish and top with the rounds of goat cheese. Heat through for 15 minutes, until the goat cheese has softened, and serve.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 413, UnsaturatedFat 9 grams, Carbohydrate 51 grams, Fat 14 grams, Fiber 9 grams, Protein 23 grams, SaturatedFat 4 grams, Sodium 371 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams, TransFat 0 grams
BAKED GOAT CHEESE AND ROASTED BEET DIP
Goat cheese and beets not only make a great side or salad, they also make a tasty dip! Serve with crostini, pita chips or crackers. Beets will stain, so wear gloves if desired.
Provided by France C
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Dips and Spreads Recipes Cheese Dips and Spreads Recipes
Time 50m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Line a roasting pan with aluminum foil.
- Place beets into a bowl, drizzle with olive oil, and season with salt and pepper. Toss to coat and place in the roasting pan.
- Roast in the preheated oven until soft for 20 minutes, stirring halfway through. Remove from oven and fold foil over beets to keep warm. Reduce oven temperature to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
- Combine goat cheese, cream cheese, thyme, garlic, and lemon juice in a mini food processor; blend until smooth. Transfer mixture to a small oven-proof dish.
- Bake in the preheated oven until hot and lightly browned, 15 to 17 minutes. Create a well in the center of the cheese mixture and top with beets. Garnish with pine nuts and drizzle with balsamic glaze. Serve warm.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 168.7 calories, Carbohydrate 4.9 g, Cholesterol 30.4 mg, Fat 13.9 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 6.5 g, SaturatedFat 7.6 g, Sodium 293.3 mg, Sugar 2.9 g
BAKED GOAT CHEESE CAPRESE SALAD
This is one of the most amazing and easy cheese appetizers ever. It's got that texture that people love about goat cheese. Basil and tomato have a proven track record of being incredibly delicious with creamy cheeses, and this is no exception.
Provided by Chef John
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Dips and Spreads Recipes Cheese Dips and Spreads Recipes
Time 30m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
- Drizzle about 1 1/2 teaspoons olive oil into the bottom of each 6-ounce ramekin and sprinkle about 1 tablespoon basil per ramekin over the oil. Place 1 goat cheese piece over the basil in each ramekin; surround with sliced cherry tomatoes. Top with cracked black pepper and cayenne. Spread 1 1/2 teaspoon of the remaining basil on top of each portion, place ramekins on a baking sheet, and drizzle each serving with 1 1/2 teaspoons more olive oil.
- Bake in the preheated oven until bubbling, about 15 minutes. Serve warm.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 178.4 calories, Carbohydrate 4.1 g, Cholesterol 22.4 mg, Fat 15.5 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 6.8 g, SaturatedFat 6.8 g, Sodium 152.5 mg, Sugar 0.7 g
TWICE-BAKED GOAT CHEESE SOUFFLES WITH SALAD
Categories Milk/Cream Mixer Cheese Egg Mustard Bake Vegetarian Goat Cheese Winter Ramekin Gourmet
Yield Serves 6 as a light main course
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375°F and butter six 3/4-cup ramekins (3 3/4 by 2 inches). Crumble goat cheese and separate eggs. In a saucepan melt butter over moderately low heat and whisk in flour. Cook roux, whisking, 3 minutes and whisk in milk. Bring mixture to a boil, whisking constantly, and simmer, whisking occasionally, 3 minutes. Remove pan from heat and add yolks, mustard, 1 teaspoon thyme, two thirds cheese, and salt and pepper to taste, whisking until cheese is melted. Transfer yolk mixture to a large bowl.
- In another large bowl with an electric mixer beat whites with a pinch salt until they just hold stiff peaks. Stir one fourth whites into yolk mixture to lighten and fold in remaining whites and remaining cheese gently but thoroughly.
- Divide soufflé mixture among ramekins and arrange in a large baking pan just large enough to hold them. Add enough hot water to baking pan to reach halfway up sides of ramekins. Bake soufflés in middle of oven until slightly puffed and golden brown, about 20 minutes, and transfer to a rack. Let soufflés stand, uncovered, 30 minutes (soufflés will fall slightly).
- Lightly butter a baking sheet. Run a thin knife around edges of soufflés. Invert each soufflé onto palm of your hand and carefully put, right side up, onto baking sheet. Soufflés may be made up to this point 2 days ahead and chilled, covered.
- Increase temperature to 425°F.
- In a small saucepan bring cream with remaining teaspoon thyme and salt and pepper to taste to a boil. Remove pan from heat and keep cream warm, covered. Bake soufflés in middle of oven until slightly puffed and heated through, about 5 minutes.
- Transfer soufflés to plates. Spoon 2 tablespoons cream over each soufflé and arrange salad decoratively alongside.
HERB GARLIC BAKED GOAT CHEESE
Tangy goat cheese makes a simple but pretty cracker topper-especially when it's warm and topped with dried cranberries and garlic-infused oil.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Time 30m
Yield 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- 1. In small saucepan heat oil over medium-high heat. Reduce heat to medium. Add garlic, rosemary, orange zest and red pepper. Cook, uncovered, for 3 to 5 minutes or until garlic is golden, stirring frequently.
- 2. Cut cheese into 8 even pieces. Place in 1-quart gratin dish or 9-inch pie plate. Sprinkle with cranberries. Pour garlic oil over top. Bake, uncovered, at 375 degrees F for 10 to 15 minutes or until cheese is warm. Serve warm with KEEBLER TOWN HOUSE Flatbread Crisps - Sea Salt and Olive Oil.
- Entwine Pairing: Chardonnay (rich, garlicky cheese gets tempered by the wine's apple notes)
- Nutrition Information:
- Serving Size: 1.5 oz. cheese mixture plus 4 crackers; Calories 250, Calories From Fat 160, Saturated Fat 9g, Trans Fat 0g, Total Fat 18g, Cholesterol 30mg, Sodium 300mg, Total Carbohydrates 13g, Sugars 4g, Dietary Fiber 1g, Protein 9g, Vitamin A 10%, Vitamin C 2%, Calcium 10%, Iron 4%
BAKED FARRO RISOTTO WITH GOLDEN VEGETABLES AND GOAT CHEESE
This vegetarian main is packed with nutty farro and the earthy sweetness of seasonal golden beets and butternut squash. Top it off with creamy goat cheese and crunchy pepitas for a punch of acidity and texture.
Provided by Greg Lofts
Categories Food & Cooking Seasonal Recipes Fall Recipes Butternut Squash Recipes
Time 1h
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375°F with racks in upper and lower thirds. Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a large ovenproof skillet over medium. Add garlic; cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add farro, grated vegetables, and broth; season generously with salt and pepper. Bring to a boil, then cover and bake on lower rack 15 minutes.
- On a rimmed baking sheet, toss diced vegetables with sage and remaining 3 tablespoons oil; season to taste. Roast in a single layer on upper rack, stirring them and risotto halfway through, until vegetables are golden brown in places and farro is tender, 30 to 40 minutes more.
- Stir half of cheese into farro; add hot water as needed until creamy. Season to taste, and serve with vegetables, remaining cheese, pepitas, and a drizzle of oil.
BAKED PUMPKIN GOAT CHEESE ALFREDO WITH BACON
This is a unique and delicious pasta, perfect for fall. I made this for my girlfriends, and everyone asked for the recipe! -Ashley Lecker, Green Bay, Wisconsin
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 55m
Yield 10 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°. Cook pasta according to package instructions., Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, heat butter and olive oil over medium heat. Add garlic and shallots; cook and stir 1-2 minutes. Add the next six ingredients. Reduce heat to low. Cook, stirring constantly, until reduced, 6-8 minutes. Add sage. Remove from heat., Drain pasta; gently stir into cream sauce. Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Top with bacon, goat cheese and Parmesan. Bake, covered, for 15 minutes. Uncover pasta; bake until cheeses are melted, about 5 minutes longer.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 559 calories, Fat 37g fat (20g saturated fat), Cholesterol 111mg cholesterol, Sodium 535mg sodium, Carbohydrate 40g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 19g protein.
BAKED SALMON FILLETS WITH GOAT CHEESE AND CILANTRO
Provided by Pierre Franey
Categories dinner, main course
Time 25m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Heat 2 tablespoons of the olive oil in a saucepan. Add the onion and garlic, and cook briefly while stirring. Add the wine, capers, rosemary, oregano, pepper flakes, tomatoes, salt, pepper and olives. Bring to a boil and simmer 5 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 475 degrees.
- Pour 1 tablespoon of the oil in a baking dish large enough to hold the fish in one layer. Arrange the fish skin-side down, sprinkle with salt and pepper. Pour the tomato sauce around the fish fillets, brush the top of the fillets with the remaining 1 tablespoon oil and the cheese.
- Bake for 5 minutes and sprinkle with Ricard. Switch to the broiler and broil for 5 minutes. Do not overcook the fish. Sprinkle with the cilantro and serve immediately
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 662, UnsaturatedFat 27 grams, Carbohydrate 10 grams, Fat 46 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 43 grams, SaturatedFat 13 grams, Sodium 776 milligrams, Sugar 5 grams
QUESO DE CABRA CON TOMATE (GOAT CHEESE BAKED IN TOMATO SAUCE)
Spanish tapas - toasted garlic bread dipped in creamy warm goat cheese and tomato sauce -easy and yummy!
Provided by Karen in MA
Categories Spanish
Time 30m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat conventional oven or toaster oven to 350°F
- Mix together the garlic and olive oil and spread over bread slices and place on a baking sheet.
- Pat the goat cheese into a 1/2-inch pancake and place in shallow baking dish.
- Ladle tomato sauce into dish to come up to top edge of cheese (do not cover the cheese with sauce).
- Bake, uncovered, until sauce begins to bubble at edges and cheese is hot, about 25 minutes. During last 10 minutes of baking, toast bread until golden brown.
- Garnish cheese with basil if using.
Tips:
- Choose the right goat cheese. A fresh, soft goat cheese will work best for this recipe. Avoid using aged or hard goat cheese, as it will not melt as well.
- Use a good quality honey. The honey will help to caramelize the goat cheese and give it a delicious flavor. Look for a honey that is thick and flavorful.
- Don't overcook the goat cheese. The goat cheese should be melted and slightly golden brown, but it should not be overcooked. Otherwise, it will become tough and rubbery.
- Serve the goat cheese immediately. The goat cheese is best served immediately after it is baked. This will allow you to enjoy the full flavor of the dish.
Conclusion:
Baked goat cheese is a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer that is perfect for any occasion. It can be served with crackers, bread, or fruit. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a dish that is sure to impress your guests. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy appetizer, give baked goat cheese a try. You won't be disappointed!
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