Best 9 Grilled Pesto Breadsticks With Goat Cheese Pesto Spread Recipes

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Grilled pesto breadsticks with goat cheese pesto spread are a delightful appetizer or snack that combines the flavors of fresh basil, garlic, olive oil, and tangy goat cheese. This easy-to-make recipe requires a few simple ingredients and can be prepared in under an hour. The breadsticks are brushed with a flavorful pesto sauce and grilled until golden brown, then served with a creamy goat cheese pesto spread. The combination of textures and flavors in this dish makes it a perfect accompaniment to any meal or gathering.

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

GRILLED PESTO BREADSTICKS WITH GOAT CHEESE PESTO SPREAD



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Categories     Bread     Cheese     Appetizer     Vegetarian     Kid-Friendly

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 4

-11 ounces soft fresh goat cheese (such as Montrachet) room temperature
-two 7 ounce containers prepared pesto
-one 1 lb french bread baguette, or country loaf cut into 6 inch lengths
-1/4 cup olive oil

Steps:

  • Puree goat cheese in processor. Mix in 7 ounces pesto. Transfer to medium bowl. (Can be made one day ahead, bring to room temperature before serving). Prepare barbecue (medium-high heat). Halve each bread piece lengthwise, then cut each half lengthwise into 1 1/4 inch wide strips. Combine 7 ounces pesto and oil in small bowl. Brush bread with pesto mixture. Grill until brow, about 45 seconds per side. Serve with cheese spread.

GRILLED PESTO BREADSTICKS WITH GOAT CHEESE-PESTO SPREAD



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Categories     Herb     Vegetarian     Goat Cheese     Summer     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 10 to 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 4

11 ounces soft fresh goat cheese (such as Montrachet), room temperature
2 7-ounce containers prepared pesto
1 1-pound French bread baguette, cut into 6-inch lengths
1/4 cup olive oil

Steps:

  • Purée goat cheese in processor.Mix in 7 ounces pesto. Transfer to medium bowl.(Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover; chill. Bring to room temperature before serving)
  • Prepare barbeque (medium-high heat). Halve each bread piece lengthwise, then cut each half lengthwise into 1 1/4-inch-wide strips. Combine 7 ounces pesto and oil in small bowl. Brush bread with pesto mixture. Grill until brown, about 45 seconds per side. Serve with cheese spread.

GARLIC AND DILL PESTO GRILLED CHEESE RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: fresh dill fronds, fresh parsley leaves, garlic, walnuts, kosher salt, lemon, olive oil, cabot unsalted butter, sourdough bread, Cabot Garlic and Dill Cheddar Cheese, fresh dill

Provided by Cabot Creamery Co-operative

Categories     Lunch

Yield 1 sandwich

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup fresh dill fronds
1 cup fresh parsley leaves, loosely packed
1 clove garlic
¼ cup walnuts
¼ teaspoon kosher salt
½ lemon, juiced
¼ cup olive oil
1 tablespoon cabot unsalted butter, softened
2 slices sourdough bread
½ cup Cabot Garlic and Dill Cheddar Cheese, finely shredded
1 teaspoon fresh dill, chopped

Steps:

  • Make the pesto: Add the dill, parsley, garlic, walnuts, salt, and lemon juice to a high-powered blender or food processor and pulse, scraping down the sides as needed, until roughly chopped.
  • Turn the blender or food processor on medium speed and slowly pour in the olive oil, stopping to scrape down the sides if needed. Blend for 1-2 minutes, until the pesto is smooth. The pesto will keep in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Make the grilled cheese: Spread one side of each slice of bread with ½ tablespoon butter, then spread ½ teaspoon pesto on top of the butter on each slice.
  • Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Place one slice of bread, buttered side down, in the pan, then spread with ¼ cup (10 g) pesto and top with the Cabot Garlic and Dill Cheddar Cheese. Cover with the other slice of bread, buttered side up.
  • Cook for 2-3 minutes, until the bottom slice of bread is golden brown, then use a spatula to flip the sandwich and and cook for 3-5 minutes on the other side, until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is completely melted. Remove from the pan and let rest for 1 minute before slicing.
  • Sprinkle with the dill and serve.
  • Enjoy!

PESTO GOAT CHEESE SPREAD



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This is a popular spread around our house, but we're big fans of goat cheese, and of course, we love pesto!

Provided by PalatablePastime

Categories     Spreads

Time 10m

Yield 3 cups, 48 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

6 ounces goat cheese, softened
8 ounces cream cheese, softened
1 (7 ounce) jar basil pesto, drained
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon finely chopped parsley

Steps:

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

PESTO GRILLED CHEESE SANDWICH



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I first had this sandwich at a small restaurant and immediately went home to duplicate the recipe. I've been making my grilled cheese sandwiches this way ever since!

Provided by RASSA2

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 15m

Yield 1

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 slices Italian bread
1 tablespoon softened butter, divided
1 tablespoon prepared pesto sauce, divided
1 slice provolone cheese
2 slices tomato
1 slice American cheese

Steps:

  • Spread one side of a slice of bread with butter, and place it, buttered side down, into a nonstick skillet over medium heat.
  • Spread the top of the bread slice in the skillet with half the pesto sauce, and place a slice of provolone cheese, the tomato slices, and the slice of American cheese onto the pesto.
  • Spread remaining pesto sauce on one side of the second slice of bread, and place the bread slice, pesto side down, onto the sandwich. Butter the top side of the sandwich.
  • Gently fry the sandwich, flipping once, until both sides of the bread are golden brown and the cheese has melted, about 5 minutes per side.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 503.3 calories, Carbohydrate 24.2 g, Cholesterol 81.7 mg, Fat 36.5 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 20.4 g, SaturatedFat 20 g, Sodium 1107.6 mg, Sugar 2.1 g

GRILLED PESTO-STUFFED STEAKS



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Flavor-packed pesto and cheese create the surprise in juicy beef steak.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 beef rib-eye steaks, 1 1/2 inches thick (about 2 pounds)
1/4 cup basil pesto
2 tablespoons finely shredded Parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon olive or vegetable oil

Steps:

  • Heat coals or gas grill for direct heat. Make horizontal cut in side of each steak, forming a pocket (do not cut through to opposite side).
  • Mix pesto and cheese; spread evenly on insides of pockets; press pockets closed. Drizzle oil over beef.
  • Cover and grill beef 4 to 5 inches from medium heat 12 to 14 minutes for medium doneness, turning once. To serve, cut beef into thick strips.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 410, Carbohydrate 1 g, Cholesterol 110 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 43 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 380 mg

PESTO-GOAT CHEESE TOASTS



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I came across this recipe years ago. Everyone who tries these little toasts absolutely loves them. The pesto is easy to find in the grocery store, and it blends beautifully with the tangy, creamy goat cheese. -Jennifer Kunz, Troy, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 20m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 3

16 slices French bread (1/2 inch thick)
1 log (11 ounces) fresh goat cheese, cut into 16 slices
3 tablespoons prepared pesto

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425°. Place bread slices on a baking sheet; top with cheese., Bake until cheese begins to brown and bread is toasted, 10-12 minutes. Top with pesto. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 74 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 13mg cholesterol, Sodium 181mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 3g protein.

PLEASING GOURMET GRILLED PESTO CHEESE SANDWICHES



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Pesto, basil, spinach, and 2 kinds of cheese are all gooey and melty on crusty sourdough.

Provided by lisamarie78

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Sandwich Recipes     Grilled Cheese

Time 16m

Yield 1

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 teaspoons butter
2 slices sourdough bread
3 teaspoons pesto sauce
1 slice Muenster cheese
1 slice provolone cheese
1 cup baby spinach leaves
1 sprig fresh basil

Steps:

  • Preheat grill for medium heat and lightly oil the grate.
  • Spread butter over one side of the bread slices and pesto sauce over the other side.
  • Place bread, butter side-down on the preheated grill. Place Muenster cheese on 1 slice. Top with spinach and basil. Add provolone cheese. Cover with the other slice of bread, pesto side-down.
  • Grill until golden brown, 3 to 4 minutes per side. Slice on the diagonal and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 498.7 calories, Carbohydrate 30.3 g, Cholesterol 73.3 mg, Fat 32.2 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 22.8 g, SaturatedFat 17.6 g, Sodium 928.2 mg, Sugar 1.8 g

PESTO BREADSTICKS



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Our Test Kitchen created these savory breadsticks flavored with garlic pepper and pesto. Whether you serve them with soup, salad or even a pasta supper, these cute twists add fun to any menu.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 20m

Yield 1 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 tube (11 ounces) refrigerated breadsticks
2 tablespoons prepared pesto
1/4 teaspoon garlic pepper blend
1 tablespoon butter, melted
2 tablespoons shredded Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Unroll and separate breadsticks; place on an ungreased baking sheet. Combine pesto and garlic pepper; brush over breadsticks. Twist each breadstick three times. , Brush with butter; sprinkle with cheese. Bake at 375° for 10-13 minutes or until golden brown. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 95 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 4mg cholesterol, Sodium 231mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 3g protein.

Tips:

  • Use fresh pesto for the best flavor. You can make your own pesto or use a store-bought brand.
  • If you don't have any goat cheese, you can substitute cream cheese or feta cheese.
  • To make the breadsticks ahead of time, bake them according to the directions and then let them cool completely. Store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.
  • To reheat the breadsticks, preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Place the breadsticks on a baking sheet and heat them for 10-12 minutes, or until they are warmed through.
  • Serve the breadsticks with the goat cheese pesto spread and your favorite dipping sauce.

Conclusion:

These grilled pesto breadsticks with goat cheese pesto spread are a delicious and easy appetizer or snack. They are perfect for parties or get-togethers. With a few simple ingredients, you can create a dish that everyone will enjoy. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy recipe, give these breadsticks a try. You won't be disappointed!

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