GRILLED CALIFORNIA GOAT CHEESE ON TOAST

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Grilled California Goat Cheese on Toast image

Provided by Craig Claiborne

Categories     easy, quick, appetizer

Time 30m

Yield 4 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

1/2 pound round or rounds of goat cheese
Freshly ground pepper to taste
2 teaspoons coarsely chopped fresh thyme, or 1/2 teaspoon dried
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
8 bread rounds cut to the diameter of the cheese rounds, each about half an inch thick

Steps:

  • Preheat the broiler to high.
  • Slice the rounds crosswise into eight pieces of more or less equal thickness.
  • Arrange the slices of cheese in one layer in a shallow dish or plate. Sprinkle with equal amounts of pepper, thyme and oil. Let marinate for at least 15 minutes.
  • Toast the bread on both sides and arrange the rounds on a baking sheet. Arrange one slice of cheese on each bread round. Pour any remaining oil over the cheese.
  • Place under the broiler about one or two minutes or just until piping hot. Serve on hot plates.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 252, UnsaturatedFat 8 grams, Carbohydrate 2 grams, Fat 21 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 15 grams, SaturatedFat 11 grams, Sodium 194 milligrams, Sugar 0 grams

Ghina Shammout
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This recipe was a bit too complicated for me. I'm not a very experienced cook.


Asheazi Emmanuel
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The goat cheese was a bit too tangy for my taste.


Ali akbar Tipu
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I had some trouble finding goat cheese at my local grocery store. I ended up buying it online.


Syednaseer Abbas
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This recipe is a bit pricey, but it's worth it for a special occasion.


Nyancho Mamaringo
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I served this dish with a side of roasted vegetables. It was a perfect meal!


Arshley Miles
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I added some chopped fresh herbs to the goat cheese before grilling it. It gave the dish a nice pop of flavor.


itz Swanzy
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover goat cheese.


Amir Bohio
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I was a bit hesitant to try this recipe because I'm not a big fan of goat cheese. But I was pleasantly surprised! The goat cheese was mild and creamy and paired perfectly with the sweet balsamic glaze.


Md najmul Hossne
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This recipe is so versatile. I've used different types of bread and toppings and it's always delicious.


Harsh King
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I love how simple this recipe is. It's perfect for a beginner cook.


Rj Ramesh Sangharsa Ramesh
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This is one of my favorite recipes for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The goat cheese is so creamy and delicious.


Andrew Schott
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The combination of sweet and savory flavors is irresistible.


Tenee Baker
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This recipe was a hit at my last dinner party. The goat cheese was perfectly grilled and the toast was crispy and flavorful. My guests raved about it!