Goat Cheese with Bell Pepper Dressing |
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Prep Time: 0 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 0 Minutes Servings: 4 |
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This is very easy to prepare and it makes an elegant addition to any party. Ingredients:
4 tablespoons olive oil |
1/4 cup diced green bell pepper |
1/4 cup diced red bell pepper |
1/4 cup diced yellow bell pepper |
4 large garlic cloves, thinly sliced |
2 teaspoons chopped fresh rosemary or 3/4 teaspoon dried |
1/2 teaspoon coriander seeds, crushed |
1/4 teaspoon fennel seeds, crushed |
1/4 teaspoon ground pepper |
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme |
1 bay leaf |
8 ounces chilled goat cheese (such as montrachet), cut into 8 slices |
2 tablespoons toasted pine nuts |
baguette slices, toasted |
Directions:
1. Heat 1 tablespoon oil in heavy medium skillet over medium heat. Add all bell peppers and sauté until tender, about 5 minutes. Reduce heat to medium-low. Add garlic, rosemary, coriander, fennel, pepper, thyme, bay leaf and remaining 3 tablespoons olive oil. Simmer mixture 5 minutes to blend flavors. Remove from heat. Season to taste with salt. Cool to room temperature.
2. Arrange goat cheese on platter. Spoon dressing over. Let stand at room temperature 1 hour. Sprinkle with pine nuts and serve with baguette slices.
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