PESTO, OLIVE, AND ROASTED-PEPPER GOAT CHEESE TORTA

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Pesto, Olive, and Roasted-Pepper Goat Cheese Torta

Categories     Cheese     Herb     Olive     Pepper     Appetizer     Cocktail Party     Quick & Easy     Goat Cheese     Summer     Gourmet     Oscars     Sugar Conscious     Vegetarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes 8 to 10 hors d'oeuvre servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/4 cup prepared basil pesto
Vegetable oil for brushing pan
1/4 cup finely chopped rinsed drained bottled roasted red peppers
20 oz soft mild goat cheese, softened at room temperature (2 cups)
3 tablespoons bottled black olive paste or tapenade
Accompaniment: crackers or toasts
Special Equipment
a 2 1/4-cup loaf pan (5 3/4 by 3 1/2 by 2 1/4 inches)

Steps:

  • Drain pesto in a small fine-mesh sieve set over a bowl 15 minutes, then discard excess oil.
  • Lightly oil loaf pan and line with a sheet of plastic wrap large enough to allow a generous overhang on all 4 sides.
  • Blot peppers well between paper towels to remove excess liquid.
  • Spread about one fourth (1/2 cup) of cheese evenly over bottom of loaf pan and top with all of pesto, spreading evenly. Drop 1/2 cup cheese by tablespoons over pesto and spread gently to cover pesto.
  • Top with chopped peppers, spreading evenly. Drop another 1/2 cup cheese by tablespoons over peppers and spread gently to cover peppers.
  • Spread olive paste evenly on top, then drop remaining cheese by tablespoons over olive paste, spreading gently to cover olive paste. Cover pan with another sheet of plastic wrap and chill at least 8 hours.
  • Remove plastic wrap from top of pan and invert torta onto a serving plate, then peel off remaining plastic wrap. Let torta stand at room temperature 20 minutes before serving.

Jason Cheng
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This torta is so versatile. You can serve it as an appetizer, main course, or even a snack. It's also great for breakfast or lunch.


Pyness Davis
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This torta is a great way to use up leftover roasted peppers. I always have a few extra peppers after making roasted red pepper soup, and this is a great way to use them up.


Noon karam
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I love that this torta can be made with different types of cheese. I've tried it with cheddar, mozzarella, and feta, and they all work well.


Mop Kike
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This torta is perfect for a summer picnic. It's light and refreshing, and it's easy to transport.


Doris Assumpta
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This torta is a little time-consuming to make, but it's definitely worth the effort. It's so delicious and flavorful.


Byamukama Ruger
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I'm not a huge fan of goat cheese, but I still really enjoyed this torta. The other flavors really balanced it out.


Mairéad Waters
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This torta is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I've made it several times now and it's always a hit.


Imran Khattak
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I love that this torta can be made with store-bought pesto and roasted peppers. It's a great way to save time.


Amiransari Ilovekarachi
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This torta is perfect for a party or potluck. It's easy to make ahead of time and it's always a hit.


Danik Daise 43
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I would definitely make this torta again. It's a great recipe for a special occasion.


Nikolaus Nauyoma
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This torta was a disaster! The crust was soggy and the filling was runny.


Ogechukwu Okorie
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I found this torta to be a little bland. I think it could have used more seasoning.


Damien Blackmon
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This torta was a little too oily for my taste, but it was still pretty good.


Shatho Bakwinya
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I'm not a huge fan of goat cheese, but this torta was still really good. The other flavors really balanced it out.


kelly kowald
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This is my new favorite torta recipe! It's so easy to make and it always turns out perfect.


Wilayat Hussain
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This torta is so flavorful and delicious! I love the combination of the pesto, olives, roasted peppers, and goat cheese.


Philomina Ajuayi
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I made this torta for a picnic and it was perfect! It was easy to transport and held up well in the heat.


evelyn Egwor
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. I love that I can use store-bought pesto and roasted peppers to save time.


Bishal Karki
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I've made this torta several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences.


Md MEHARAG
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This torta was a hit at my dinner party! The flavors of the pesto, olives, roasted peppers, and goat cheese all came together perfectly. The crust was also nice and flaky.