Marinated Goat Cheeses Recipe

Name: Marinated Goat Cheeses
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 (2-ounce) crottins Chavignol, or other French goat cheese; 2 sprigs fresh thyme; 2 garlic cloves, peeled and smashed; 1/2 teaspoon whole black peppercorns; 1/4 teaspoon dried lavender blossoms; 1/8 teaspoon kosher salt; 1 1/2 cups olive oil; Edible flowers, such as pansies or nasturtiums, garnish; Minced fresh soft herbs, such as parsley, dill or tarragon, garnish; Homemade Croutons, recipe follows; 1 (12 to 15-inch) loaf French or Italian bread, cut into 1/4-inch or 1/2-inch slices; 1/4 cup olive oil; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground pepper

Servings: persons

4 (2-ounce) crottins Chavignol, or other French goat cheese
2 sprigs fresh thyme
2 garlic cloves, peeled and smashed
1/2 teaspoon whole black peppercorns
1/4 teaspoon dried lavender blossoms
1/8 teaspoon kosher salt
1 1/2 cups olive oil
Edible flowers, such as pansies or nasturtiums, garnish
Minced fresh soft herbs, such as parsley, dill or tarragon, garnish
Homemade Croutons, recipe follows
1 (12 to 15-inch) loaf French or Italian bread, cut into 1/4-inch or 1/2-inch slices
1/4 cup olive oil
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon freshly ground pepper

1
Place the cheeses in a sealable 2-cup jar.
2
Add the thyme, garlic, pepper, lavender, and salt, and top with oil to cover completely.
3
Let stand for 48 hours in the refrigerator before serving.
4
Bring to room temperature.
5
Transfer to a platter or plates and garnish, if desired with edible flowers or herbs.
6
Serve with homemade croutons or crackers, or crumbled into salads.
7
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
8
Place the bread slices on a baking sheet and brush 1 side of each slice with the olive oil, then lightly season with the salt and pepper.
9
Bake for 10 to 15 minutes, or until light golden brown.
10
Remove from the oven and cool before handling or serving.
11
Serve the croutons with the Herb-Marinated Goat Cheeses.

1407

kcal

Calories

138

Fat

Carbs

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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 (2-ounce) crottins Chavignol, or other French goat cheese, 2 sprigs fresh thyme, 2 garlic cloves, peeled and smashed, 1/2 teaspoon whole black peppercorns, and more.

Yes, Marinated Goat Cheeses 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.

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Marinated Goat Cheeses

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