HERBED COATED GOAT CHEESE BALLS

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These are little flavorful tidbits of goat cheese rolled in a mixture of thyme, rosemary, parsley, and lemon zest. From Giada D.

Provided by KathyP53

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 25m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 tablespoons olive oil
36 slices baguette (0.5 inch thick)
3 tablespoons finely chopped fresh Italian parsley (flat leaf)
2 1/2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh thyme leaves
2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh rosemary leaves
1 teaspoon lemon zest
1 teaspoon coarsely cracked fresh black pepper
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 (11 ounce) log soft fresh goat cheese
1 1/2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil or 1 1/2 tablespoons meyer lemon olive oil

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
  • Arrange bread slices on 2 heavy baking sheets. Drizzle 3 tablespoons of olive oil over the bread. Bake until crostini are pale golden and crisp, about 10 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, stir herbs, lemon zest, pepper, and salt in a medium bowl to blend. Using about 2 teaspoons of cheese for each, form the goat cheese into 1" balls. Roll cheese balls in the herb mixture to coat completely. Arrange balls on a platter.
  • Drizzle extra virgin olive oil over and around the cheese balls. Serve with crostini. Garnish with herb sprigs.
  • Can prepare crostini and cheese balls 1 day ahead. Store crostini in air tight container at room temperature. COver and refrigerate cheese balls.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 962.5, Fat 24.5, SaturatedFat 8.6, Cholesterol 17.9, Sodium 1971.2, Carbohydrate 150.2, Fiber 8.8, Sugar 1.1, Protein 32.7

Santosh Rai
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I've made these goat cheese balls several times and they're always a hit. They're a great appetizer or snack.


Tristan Jaco
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These goat cheese balls are a great way to impress your guests. They're easy to make and they look very elegant.


Emily Mwendwa
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I love that these goat cheese balls can be made ahead of time. It makes them a great option for busy weeknights.


ZOOR GAMEING
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These goat cheese balls are the perfect appetizer for any occasion. They're easy to make and they're always a hit.


Shoaib choudary
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The flavors in these goat cheese balls are amazing! I love the combination of herbs and spices.


Universal Gym and Fitness Center
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I made these goat cheese balls for a potluck and they were a huge hit. Everyone loved them!


YUSSIF STEGEN
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These goat cheese balls are a great way to use up leftover goat cheese. They're also a fun and easy appetizer to make.


Tiyamike Nkhadze
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I wasn't sure how these goat cheese balls would turn out, but I was pleasantly surprised. They were delicious!


Gani
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These goat cheese balls are so good! I love the combination of flavors and textures.


Shodia Sunday
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I've made these goat cheese balls several times and they're always a hit. I love how easy they are to make and how delicious they taste.


Haroon Tori
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These goat cheese balls are the perfect party food. They're easy to make ahead of time and they're always a hit.


Da Gr
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The herbed coating on these goat cheese balls is what really makes them special. It's so flavorful and crispy.


Binodh Prajapati
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I love how versatile these goat cheese balls are. I've served them as an appetizer, a side dish, and even a dessert.


J W
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These goat cheese balls are so easy to make and they're always a crowd-pleaser.


Lizeth L
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I made these goat cheese balls for a picnic and they were perfect! They were light and refreshing, and the herbs gave them a delicious flavor.


Ammar Mushtaq
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These herbed goat cheese balls were a hit at my last party! They were so easy to make and everyone loved them.