🌿🧀 Roasted Beet & Goat Cheese Log 🧀🌿
Create a festive and flavorful roasted beet & goat cheese log with this easy recipe! A perfect holiday appetizer featuring creamy goat cheese, sweet roasted beets, and crunchy walnuts. Serve with crackers for an elegant party dish. 🎄🧀
Ingredients
- 2 medium beets roasted and peeled
- 8 ounces goat cheese softened
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves optional
- 1/4 cup chopped walnuts or pecans optional
- 1 tablespoon balsamic glaze for drizzling
- Crackers or toasted baguette slices for serving
Instructions
- Roast the Beets: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Wrap each beet in aluminum foil and roast for 45-50 minutes, or until tender when pierced with a fork. Let them cool, then peel and finely dice or mash them.
- Prepare the Goat Cheese: In a small bowl, mix the softened goat cheese with honey, salt, pepper, and fresh thyme (if using) until smooth and well combined.
- Assemble the Log: Lay a piece of plastic wrap on a clean surface. Spread the diced or mashed roasted beets evenly over the plastic wrap. Place the goat cheese mixture on top and gently roll it into a log shape, using the plastic wrap to help form it.
- Chill: Refrigerate the cheese log for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
- Coat with Nuts (Optional): If using, roll the chilled log in chopped walnuts or pecans for added texture and flavor.
- Serve: Place the cheese log on a serving platter. Drizzle with balsamic glaze and serve with crackers or toasted baguette slices. Enjoy!