When the weather turns chilly, there's nothing quite like a warm and comforting dip to chase away the blues. And what could be more comforting than a creamy, cheesy dip loaded with the flavors of leeks and goat cheese? This delectable dip is perfect for any occasion, whether you're hosting a party or just enjoying a cozy night in.
Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!
HOT LEEK DIP
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
- Make a bread bowl by cutting off the top third of the loaf of bread to expose the inner crumb. Use your fingers to tear out the crumb, trying to keep it in large pieces. Cut or tear the crumb of the bread into 1 1/2-inch pieces. Place the bread bowl and the bread pieces on a baking sheet and bake until slightly dried out and lightly toasted, about 10 minutes.
- Put the leeks in a large bowl of water and wash thoroughly; drain.
- Melt the butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add the leeks, garlic, cayenne, salt and pepper to taste and cook, stirring occasionally, until very tender and golden in parts, about 10 minutes. Add the milk and bring to a simmer. Add the cream cheese and goat cheese a few spoonfuls at a time, stirring well after each addition, until all of the cheese is smoothly incorporated. Continue to cook, stirring, until the dip is hot, about 3 minutes more. Stir in the dill, lemon zest and juice and season with salt and pepper. Transfer to the bread bowl and garnish with the dill sprig. Serve with the toasted bread and vegetables for dipping. Top with bread top as decoration.
WARM LEEK AND GOAT CHEESE DIP
Categories Condiment/Spread Cheese Appetizer Sauté Christmas Vegetarian
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- directions Melt the butter in a large, deep skillet. Add the leeks and stir to coat with butter. Cover and cook over high heat just until beginning to soften, about 3 minutes. Uncover and cook over moderate heat, stirring frequently, until tender and lightly browned in spots, about 8 minutes longer. Remove from the heat. Stir in the goat cheese and cream cheese until melted and season with salt and pepper. Transfer to a shallow dish, sprinkle with the chives and serve with flat breads. MAKE AHEAD The dip can be refrigerated overnight and reheated in a 325° oven for 15 to 20 minutes, until hot.
WARM GOAT CHEESE
Steps:
- Slice the goat cheese into 12 (1/2-inch-thick) slices. Dip each slice into the egg wash and then into the bread crumbs, being sure the cheese is thoroughly coated. Place the slices on a baking rack set on a sheet pan and chill for at least 15 minutes.
- Heat the oil and butter in a medium saute pan over medium-high heat. Add the goat cheese slices and cook on both sides until browned on the outside but not melted inside.
SPRING VEGETABLE AND GOAT CHEESE DIP
We've put a spring spin on the spinach-artichoke dip, starring asparagus, just-dug-up leeks, sweet peas, and fresh goat cheese. Serve it with crostini, tortilla chips, or crudités. Or just eat it by the spoonful. It's that good.
Provided by Andrew Knowlton
Categories Condiment/Spread Cheese Cheddar Goat Cheese Artichoke Asparagus Leek Pea Spring Party Bon Appétit
Yield 4-6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 450°F. Cook asparagus in a large pot of boiling salted water until crisp-tender, about 2 minutes. Drain; let cool.
- Melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add leeks and cook, stirring often, until soft, about 10 minutes. Whisk in flour; gradually whisk in milk. Bring to a simmer, whisking constantly. Cook, whisking occasionally, until thickened; remove from heat. Add cheddar; whisk until cheese is melted and mixture is smooth. Season to taste with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper. Fold in asparagus (reserve tips), artichoke hearts, peas, chives, mint, flat-leaf parsley, zest and 2 ounces crumbled fresh goat cheese.
- Transfer mixture to a 4-5-cup baking dish; arrange asparagus tips on top and dot with another 2 ounces goat cheese. Bake until golden brown and bubbling, 15-20 minutes. Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
WARM GOAT CHEESE DIP
Make and share this Warm Goat Cheese Dip recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Boomette
Categories Cheese
Time 25m
Yield 2 cups
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a small saucepan, melt butter at medium heat.
- Add shallots and cook, stirring from time to time, for 5 minutes or until it has soften.
- Add milk, red wine vinegar, sugar and cream cheese and stir.
- Cook, whisking with a whisk, until cheese has melted and mixture is homogeneous.
- Add goat cheese and reheat while stirring until mixture is creamy.
- Add chives, parsley and red hot pepper flakes and stir well.
- Pour the dip in a serving dish and garnish with black olives, if wanted.
- Serve now.
GOAT CHEESE AND LEEK QUICHE
Best brunch quiche ever. Serve with fresh green salad.
Provided by Allyson
Categories 100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes Eggs Quiche
Time 1h15m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Prick pie crust all over with a fork; place on a baking sheet.
- Bake in the preheated oven until lightly golden, about 15 minutes. Remove crust and set aside to cool slightly; reduce oven temperature to 375 degrees (190 degrees C).
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil and simmer leeks just until tender, about 7 minutes; drain thoroughly.
- Whisk eggs, heavy cream, milk, chives, nutmeg, salt, and black pepper together in a bowl. Spread leeks evenly over bottom of pie crust; dot with goat cheese. Pour egg mixture over leeks.
- Bake in the preheated oven until puffed, lightly browned, and a sharp knife inserted near the center comes out clean, 40 to 50 minutes. Remove to cool until warm or room temperature before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 328.7 calories, Carbohydrate 22.1 g, Cholesterol 129.3 mg, Fat 23.2 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 8.8 g, SaturatedFat 10.1 g, Sodium 361.3 mg, Sugar 3.2 g
Tips:
- Choose the right leeks: Look for leeks that are firm and have a bright green color. Avoid leeks that are wilted or have yellow or brown spots.
- Clean the leeks thoroughly: Leeks can be dirty, so it's important to clean them thoroughly before using them. Cut off the root end and the dark green leaves. Then, slit the leek lengthwise and rinse it under cold water to remove any dirt or grit.
- Use a sharp knife: A sharp knife will make it easier to slice the leeks and other ingredients.
- Don't overcook the leeks: Leeks should be cooked until they are soft and tender, but not mushy. Overcooked leeks will lose their flavor and texture.
- Use good quality goat cheese: The quality of the goat cheese will make a big difference in the flavor of the dip. Look for goat cheese that is fresh and has a creamy texture.
- Serve the dip warm: This dip is best served warm, so make it just before you're ready to serve it.
Conclusion:
Warm leek and goat cheese dip is a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer that is perfect for any occasion. It's creamy, cheesy, and has a slightly sweet flavor from the leeks. This dip is sure to be a hit with your guests, and it's also a great way to use up any leftover leeks.
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