Description
This simple and elegant baked goat cheese recipe features creamy goat cheese seasoned with Italian herbs and kosher salt, broiled to golden perfection. Perfect as an appetizer or snack, it pairs beautifully with sliced French bread for a delightful, savory treat in just 20 minutes.
Ingredients
Cheese
- 8 ounces goat cheese
Seasoning
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
Serving
- Sliced French bread (for serving)
Instructions
- Soften Goat Cheese: Allow the goat cheese to come to room temperature and spread it evenly in a small shallow ramekin or au gratin dish to prepare it for broiling.
- Season the Cheese: Combine the Italian seasoning and kosher salt, then sprinkle this mixture over the surface of the goat cheese to infuse it with flavor.
- Broil the Cheese: Preheat your oven's broiler and adjust the oven rack so the cheese is positioned about 4 to 6 inches from the heat source. Broil the goat cheese for approximately 5 to 7 minutes until it develops a golden brown crust.
- Serve: Once broiled, remove the cheese from the oven and serve warm alongside sliced French bread for dipping and spreading.
Notes
- Ensure the goat cheese is softened to room temperature to achieve an even, creamy texture when baked.
- Watch the cheese closely while broiling to prevent burning, as broilers can vary in intensity.
- For added flavor, consider drizzling honey or sprinkling red pepper flakes on top before serving.
- Sliced baguette or other crusty breads can be used as an alternative to French bread.
