Croutons With Goat Cheese or Olive-Caper Spread

Name: Croutons With Goat Cheese or Olive-Caper Spread
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 garlic cloves, unpeeled; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 12 lb fresh goat cheese (such as Montrachet); ⅓ cup sun-dried tomato packed in oil, drained and cut julienne; ½ cup pitted kalamata olive; 3 tablespoons olive oil; 1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil; 1 tablespoon capers, drained; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 8 ounces French baguettes, cut into 1/2-inch slices; ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted (1/2 stick)

Servings: persons

6 garlic cloves, unpeeled
1 tablespoon olive oil
12 lb fresh goat cheese (such as Montrachet)
⅓ cup sun-dried tomato packed in oil, drained and cut julienne
½ cup pitted kalamata olive
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil
1 tablespoon capers, drained
2 garlic cloves, minced
8 ounces French baguettes, cut into 1/2-inch slices
¼ cup unsalted butter, melted (1/2 stick)

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For Cheese Spread:.
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Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
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Toss whole garlic cloves with 1 tablespoon oil in heavy small baking dish.
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Bake until soft and brown, about 15 minutes;cool slightly.
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Slip skins off garlic, transfer to medium bowl and mash to paste.
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Mix in goat cheese and tomatoes.
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(Can be prepared 4 days ahead; refrigerate, covered.
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Let stand 1 hour at room temperature before serving.
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).
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For Olive Spread:.
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Puree olives with oil, basil,capers and garlic in processor; transfer to bowl.
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(Can be prepared 4 days ahead; refrigerate, covered.
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Let stand 1 hour at room temperature berfore serving.
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).
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For Croutons:.
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Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
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Arrange bread slices on baking sheet.
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Brush both sides with butter.
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Bake until crisp and golden brown, about 10 minutes.
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(Can be prepared 1 day ahead.
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Cool completely and store in sealed plastic bag at room temperature.
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6007

kcal

Calories

476

Fat

Carbs

353

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 garlic cloves, unpeeled, 1 tablespoon olive oil, 12 lb fresh goat cheese (such as Montrachet), ⅓ cup sun-dried tomato packed in oil, drained and cut julienne, and more.

Yes, Croutons With Goat Cheese or Olive-Caper Spread falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!