Ingredients
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- 8 oz soft goat cheese, room temperature
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp aged balsamic vinegar
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- 1 whole baguette, sliced
Instructions
- Prep: Preheat oven to 375Β°F. Combine tomatoes, garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper in bowl
- Assembly: Spread goat cheese in baking dish. Top with tomato mixture and sprinkle basil
- Bake: Bake 20-25 minutes until bubbly and golden on top
- Finish: Brush baguette slices with oil, broil 1-2 minutes until crispy
Notes
- Let goat cheese reach room temperature for easier spreading and smoother texture
- Use cherry tomatoes for concentrated flavor and less water content than regular tomatoes
- Toast bread just before serving to maintain maximum crispiness
- Drizzle with balsamic vinegar just before serving for extra flavor
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 285 calories
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
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