Description
A delightful combination of creamy goat cheese and fresh herbs, perfect for gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (10-ounces / 283 grams) goat cheese log
- 1 sourdough or French baguette, sliced
- ¼ cup fresh basil, chopped
- 3 sprigs fresh thyme (leaves only)
- 1 tablespoon fresh chives, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- ¾ cup extra virgin olive oil
Instructions
- Chill the goat cheese log in the freezer for approximately 10 minutes to facilitate clean, precise cutting.
- Carefully slice the chilled goat cheese into elegant, uniform discs measuring roughly ⅓ inch thick using a sharp knife.
- Select a spacious rectangular container or baking dish that allows the cheese slices to rest in a single, uncrowded layer.
- Create a vibrant herb-infused marinade by whisking together fragrant olive oil with freshly chopped basil, thyme leaves, and delicate chives.
- Season the marinade with a pinch of salt and a sprinkle of freshly ground black pepper to enhance the herb blend’s complexity.
- Gently cascade the aromatic herb oil over the goat cheese slices, ensuring each piece is thoroughly and evenly coated.
- Seal the container tightly with a lid or plastic wrap, then nestle in the refrigerator for 3-4 hours, allowing the herbs to permeate the cheese with their rich, delicate flavors.
- Extract the marinated goat cheese from the refrigerator and let it rest at room temperature for approximately 20 minutes.
- Present the herb-marinated goat cheese alongside crisp, thinly sliced baguette pieces for an elegant appetizer.
Notes
Use high-quality goat cheese and fresh herbs for the best flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 240 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Marinating
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 20mg