Garlicky Herbed Goat Cheese Spread Recipes

GARLIC & HERB GOAT CHEESE SPREAD

Steps:

• Spread softened goat cheese in a small serving dish with a lip to it.
• In a small bowl mix olive oil, thyme, garlic and balsamic vinegar.
• Pour olive oil mixture on top of goat cheese. Then garnish with a sprig of fresh herbs or sliced black olives. Serve with crackers or cut veggies.

GARLICKY HERBED GOAT CHEESE SPREAD

Steps:

• Combine all the ingredients in a mini food processor. Pulse until just whipped and blended (and the herbs are well-distributed in small, even pieces), scraping down the sides of the bowl once or twice if needed. Transfer the goat cheese spread to a serving bowl (I like to place it off-center, as seen in the photos above), using the back of a large spoon to create a divet and swoosh.
• Just before serving, drizzle with extra virgin olive oil and garnish with several dill fronds. This goat cheese spread is best served right away, but can be prepared in advance and stores well in the refrigerator for 2-3 days. Store in a container with a tight-fitting lid.
• If you do not have a mini food processor or don't wish to use one: before proceeding, finely chop the herbs (it is especially important for the goat cheese to be at room temperature if mixing by hand) and mix everything together with a spoon or spatula until well incorporated. *I prefer to use a mini food processor, because it is quick, fast, and incorporates a little air into the goat cheese, creating a slightly whipped, lighter texture.

GARLIC HERB GOAT CHEESE SPREAD

Steps:

• In a bowl combine the goat cheese, olive oil, and milk. Using a hand mixer and beat until smooth and light. (Or use a standing mixer and the whisk attachment.)
• Mix in 1 clove grated garlic, salt, and fresh herbs. Taste and add more garlic or salt as needed.
• Serve immediately.

HERB AND LEMON GOAT CHEESE SPREAD

Steps:

• Place goat cheese in small bowl. Mix thyme, lemon peel and garlic in another small bowl; season with ground black pepper. Mix half of thyme mixture into goat cheese. Add olive oil to remaining half of thyme mixture. Form cheese into 2 1/2-inch round; flatten slightly. Place in center of plate. Spoon oil-thyme mixture over top of cheese. Surround cheese with baguette slices and serve.

HERBED GOAT CHEESE SPREAD (FROM KEEBLER)

Steps:

• In food processor bowl, combine goat cheese, yogurt, olive oil, green onion, thyme, pepper and garlic.
• Cover and process until smooth.
• Transfer to serving bowl; cover and refrigerate at least one hour to blend flavors.
• Garnish with fresh thyme before serving. Serve with crackers.