Best 5 Apricots With Herbed Goat Cheese Recipes
Apricots, with their sweet and tangy flavor, pair perfectly with the creamy and savory tang of herbed goat cheese. This combination creates a delightful balance of flavors that is both satisfying and refreshing. Whether you're looking for a light and summery appetizer, a unique side dish, or a decadent dessert, apricots with herbed goat cheese are sure to impress. With just a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a dish that is both delicious and visually appealing.
Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!
HERBED GOAT CHEESE
Steps:
- Find a small, wide-mouth canning jar or small glass vase (3 1/2 inches in diameter by 4 inches high), just large enough to hold the two goat cheeses on top of each other with a little room to spare. Cut each cheese in half horizontally, making 2 rounds from each. (A piece of dental floss makes this easier.)
- Place half of the first disk flat in the jar, sprinkle with salt and pepper, then with 1/2 teaspoon dill, 1 teaspoon basil, and a few red pepper flakes, and drizzle with 1/2 tablespoon olive oil. Place another disk of cheese on top and repeat the seasonings, herbs, and oil. Continue with the remaining cheese disks, piling one on top of the other with oil and seasonings in between. When all the disks are stacked and seasoned, drizzle 1 tablespoon of olive oil on top. Cover and set aside at room temperature for one hour or refrigerate for up to 24 hours. Serve at room temperature with bread or crackers for people to help themselves.
APRICOTS WITH HERBED GOAT CHEESE
After ending up with bunches of apricots one summer, I created this quick and simple dish. My friends were blown away with its fresh taste and uniqueness. -Wendy Weidner, Ham Lake, Minnesota
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 20m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Place goat cheese, minced basil, chives and milk in a mini food processor; process until smooth. Arrange apricot slices on a serving platter. Drop goat cheese mixture by teaspoonfuls over top. Sprinkle with salt and pepper; drizzle with balsamic glaze. Garnish with additional basil leaves. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 71 calories, Fat 3g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 14mg cholesterol, Sodium 163mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic exchanges
DRIED APRICOTS WITH GOAT CHEESE AND PISTACHIOS
Categories Cheese Fruit Nut No-Cook Cocktail Party Vegetarian Goat Cheese Apricot Pistachio Engagement Party Party Gourmet
Yield Makes 150 hors d'oeuvres
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Toss apricots with juice and let stand, tossing occasionally, 20 minutes.
- Chop all pistachios, preferably by hand, and season with salt. Drain apricots, cut sides up, on paper towels. Top each with a small chunk of cheese and sprinkle with nuts.
HERBED GOAT CHEESE
Steps:
- Add the goat cheese, basil, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, salt, thyme and pepper to a stand mixer fitted with the beater attachment. Mix on low speed until you have a smooth, blended paste, about 3 minutes. Scrape down the sides of the mixer bowl and mix again. With the mixer on low speed, slowly pour in the lemon juice and beer; mix until all of the liquid is absorbed. Scrape down the sides of the bowl and mix one last time to ensure all the ingredients are fully incorporated and evenly dispersed.
HERBED GOAT CHEESE BITES
This was a great way for me to use up the trimmings from my herb garden. The bites kept very well, completely submerged in the evoo for two weeks, so far. Lovely to have on hand, and the olive oil takes on a nice flavor, making it a useful plus for salad dressing, once all the goat cheese is gone.
Provided by Chef Edlear
Categories Cheese
Time 35m
Yield 18 balls
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Mash together with a fork the goat cheese, cream cheese, herbs, tomatoes, salt and pepper.
- Chill this mixture in the refrigerator for a while to make it easier to work with.
- Roll small scoops of the goat cheese mix in your hands to make smooth balls.
- Put the balls in a clean jar, and completely cover with the evoo. Store in the refrigerator for at least 1 day, to give the flavors time to develop.
- Serve on a cheese platter, or with baguette, crackers, crudites.
- The oil makes a wonderful addition to a salad dressing!
Tips:
- To ensure the best flavor, use ripe, juicy apricots.
- If you don't have fresh thyme or rosemary, you can use 1 teaspoon of dried herbs.
- To make the goat cheese mixture easier to spread, let it come to room temperature for about 30 minutes before using.
- If you want a more savory appetizer, you can add a pinch of salt and pepper to the goat cheese mixture.
- Garnish the apricots with a drizzle of honey or a sprinkle of chopped nuts before serving.
Conclusion:
Apricots with Herbed Goat Cheese is a simple but elegant appetizer that is perfect for any occasion. The sweet and tangy apricots pair perfectly with the creamy and savory goat cheese, and the herbs add a touch of freshness and flavor. This appetizer is sure to impress your guests and is a great way to start any meal.
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