Herb & Pecan Crusted Goat Cheese Log
Ingredients
- 1 plain goat cheese log from The Humble Goat
- ½ cup pecans finely chopped (can sub or add walnuts and pistachios as well)
- 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme or parsley finely chopped
- Cracked black pepper to taste
- Optional: honey or hot honey for drizzling
- Crackers crostini, or apple/pear slices, for serving
Instructions
- Toast the Pecans:
- o In a dry skillet over medium heat, toast the chopped pecans for 3–5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until fragrant.
- o Let them cool completely.
- Make the Coating:
- o In a shallow dish, combine the cooled pecans, chopped herbs, and a pinch of cracked black pepper.
- Coat the Cheese Log:
- o Gently press the goat cheese log into the pecan-herb mixture, turning to coat all sides evenly. Use your hands if needed to gently press the mixture onto the log.
- Chill (Optional but Helpful):
- o Wrap the coated log in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 15–30 minutes to firm up.
Notes
o Place on a serving platter and (optionally) drizzle with honey or hot honey just before serving.
o Serve with crackers, crostini, or fresh fruit slices.
o Serve with crackers, crostini, or fresh fruit slices.
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