When the weather is hot and you’re loath to do any cooking, try this simple and nice idea for a quick appetizer or savory snack. Take a log of fresh soft goat cheese and marinate in olive oil with herb and other seasoning. Here we used fresh arugula, black pepper, garlic and salt; it’s terrific for a picnic, on toasts or a sandwich with crusty bread, in a salad, and even on top of a pizza. You can swap out arugula for the fresh thyme, oregano, or based on what is available in your garden. Use whatever flavors you enjoy most!
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Ingredients in Marinated Goat Cheese
- Extra virgin olive oil
- Fresh goat cheese
- Fresh arugula
- Black peppercorns
- Salt
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How to marinate goat cheese
The principle is very easy: Coat 1/2 inch slices of goat cheese in a crushed peppercorn–chopped arugula–salt mix. Layer in a jar, cover with olive oil, and refrigerate for at least 24 hours before serving.
Marinated Goat Cheese
When the weather is hot and you’re loath to do any cooking, try this simple and nice idea for a quick appetizer or savory snack.
- 3/4 cup extra virgin olive oil (about 20cl)
- 2/3 pound (300g) fresh goat cheese log
- 2oz (60g) fresh arugula
- 10 black peppercorns
- Salt
Instructions
- Crush the peppercorns and chop arugula in a bowl, season with salt.
- Cut slices of goat cheese approximately 1/3 inch (1cm) thick. Coat in the pepper / arugula mixture and place into the bottom of a jar.
- Fill the jar with olive oil to cover the goat cheese completely.
- Let rest at least 24 hours in the fridge before serving.
Recipe Notes
- The olive oil will probably thicken in the refrigerator, so remove the jar at least 15 minutes before serving.
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