Goat Cheese, Sun-Dried Tomato, And Pesto Torta Recipe

Name: Goat Cheese, Sun-Dried Tomato, And Pesto Torta
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 ounces goat cheese, at room temp; 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, at room temp; kosher salt; fresh ground black pepper; 3 tablespoons tomato paste; 3/4 cup drained sun-dried tomato packed in oil, finely chopped; 1/2 teaspoon balsamic vinegar; 2/3 cup pesto sauce (a thicker pesto is best so that it will hold it's shape); fresh basil leaves or parsley sprig, for garnishing; toasted baguette, slices for serving

Servings: persons

4 ounces goat cheese, at room temp
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, at room temp
kosher salt
fresh ground black pepper
3 tablespoons tomato paste
3/4 cup drained sun-dried tomato packed in oil, finely chopped
1/2 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
2/3 cup pesto sauce (a thicker pesto is best so that it will hold it's shape)
fresh basil leaves or parsley sprig, for garnishing
toasted baguette, slices for serving

1
Mix goat cheese and cream cheese in a bowl. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
2
Combine goat-cream cheese mixture with the sun-dried tomatoes, tomato paste, and vinegar in a separate bowl. Season with salt and pepper to taste. (again).
3
Line a 2-cup ramekin or a small bowl with plastic wrap, extending the wrap over the sides. spray the plastic wrap with vegetable oil cooking spray. Spread half the goat-cream cheese mixture evenly in the bottom of the ramekin. Cover with pesto, then with the cheese tomato mixture. top with remaining goat cheese mixture. Fold wrap over the final cheese layer and refrigerate until chilled, at least 1 1/2 hours.
4
Invert the torta onto a platter and peel off the plastic wrap. Garnish with basil and serve with baguette slices.
5
**The torta can be made 2days ahead and refrigerated. This torta can be so gorgeous if you pay attention to making clean, well defined layers.

210

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 ounces goat cheese, at room temp, 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, at room temp, kosher salt, fresh ground black pepper, and more.

Yes, Goat Cheese, Sun-Dried Tomato, And Pesto Torta 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.

Goat Cheese, Sun-Dried Tomato, And Pesto Torta

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