Macadamia Nut Crusted Goat Cheese Recipes

SALAD WITH MACADAMIAS AND GOAT CHEESE

Steps:

• Cut each goat cheese log crosswise into 6 rounds. Place nuts in a shallow bowl. Press cheese rounds into nuts, turning to coat. Arrange cheese rounds on plate; reserve any remaining nuts. Cover cheese; chill.
• Mound greens in large salad bowl. Arrange avocado wedges atop greens. Whisk 6 tablespoons live oil and vinegar in small bowl to blend. Season dressing to taste with salt and pepper.
• Heat 2 tablespoons oil in heavy large skillet over medium heat. Add cheese rounds; sauté until just warmed through but still holding shape, about 1 minute per side. Arrange cheese rounds on top of salad. Drizzle dressing over; sprinkle with reserved macadamia nuts and serve.

MACADAMIA NUT CRUSTED GOAT CHEESE

Steps:

• 1. Heat the olive oil in a small pan over medium-low heat until the oil is hot but be careful not to burn. Remove from the heat.
• 2. Add the red pepper flakes and garlic and set aside to cool and let the flavors infuse into the oil.
• 3. Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium-low heat.
• 4. Add the macadamia nuts, panko, pepper, and a generous pinch of salt. Let cook until the nuts and breadcrumbs have absorbed all the butter and are lightly toasted, 4 to 5 minutes, stirring frequently.
• 5. Transfer to a baking sheet and let cool.
• 6. Once cool, roll the goat cheese logs in the mixture, making sure they are completely coated. Place on a serving platter.
• 7. Add the Melba toasts to a large bowl. Drizzle the garlic-pepper oil over the toasts and toss so all the toasts are coated with the oil. Serve on the side with the goat cheese logs