Spicy Goat Cheese Spread Food

GARLICKY HERBED GOAT CHEESE SPREAD

Steps:

• Combine all the ingredients in a mini food processor. Pulse until just whipped and blended (and the herbs are well-distributed in small, even pieces), scraping down the sides of the bowl once or twice if needed. Transfer the goat cheese spread to a serving bowl (I like to place it off-center, as seen in the photos above), using the back of a large spoon to create a divet and swoosh.
• Just before serving, drizzle with extra virgin olive oil and garnish with several dill fronds. This goat cheese spread is best served right away, but can be prepared in advance and stores well in the refrigerator for 2-3 days. Store in a container with a tight-fitting lid.
• If you do not have a mini food processor or don't wish to use one: before proceeding, finely chop the herbs (it is especially important for the goat cheese to be at room temperature if mixing by hand) and mix everything together with a spoon or spatula until well incorporated. *I prefer to use a mini food processor, because it is quick, fast, and incorporates a little air into the goat cheese, creating a slightly whipped, lighter texture.

GOAT CHEESE SPREAD

Steps:

• In a food processor, pulse the cheese, herbs, and ⅛ teaspoon pepper until creamy. Serve with the crackers.

SPICY GOAT CHEESE SPREAD

Steps:

• Blend together goat cheese and half and half.
• Add thyme and minced peppers and stir well.
• Makes approximately 1 cup.

FRESH GOAT CHEESE SPREAD

Steps:

• In a small bowl with a fork, mash goat cheese with enough cream to make a spreadable consistency. Add basil, green onion, garlic, and salt, to taste. Mix well. Garnish with fresh nasturtium flowers, if available, and serve with warm tortillas alongside. To eat, spread a few spoonfuls of goat cheese mixture inside a tortilla and roll up.

MARINATED GOAT CHEESE SPREAD / DIP

Steps:

• Arrange cheese in a shallow dish in a single layer. Scatter olives, sundried tomatoes and basil over and around it.
• In a small bowl, combine vinegar, oil, garlic, rosemary, thyme, and pepper. Pour over cheese.
• Marinate a few hours in the fridge or overnight. Serve at room temperature with grilled or fresh bread.

HERBED GOAT CHEESE SPREAD

Steps:

• Process all of the ingredients in a food processor until smooth, about 1 minute.
• Season with salt and pepper to taste and transfer to a serving bowl.
• Serve with crackers or a thinly sliced baguette.

PESTO GOAT CHEESE SPREAD

Steps:

• Combine all ingredients together until smooth.
• Chill before using.
• Serve with crackers, if desired.