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Herbed Goat Cheese

There is little as an appetizer or hors d'oeuvres element as simple as cheese. However, when you want to dress up a cheese plate a bit, try this flexible technique.

What you need

  1. One 10 - 12 oz log Chevre
  2. 1-2 cloves roasted or fresh garlic, pasted (smashed thoroughly)
  3. 1 cup any combination chopped herbs; parsley, thyme, oregano, sage, cilantro, etc.
  4. 2 tsp any combination ground spices; black pepper, paprika, cumin, coriander, etc.

How to make it

  1. Refrigerate Goat Cheese until very firm
  2. In a small bowl, combine herbs and spices - pour onto a plate
  3. Remove cheese from packaging and rub thoroughly with garlic
  4. Roll log in herb/spice mixture, pressing firmly to be certain herbs adhere well
  5. Re-wrap log in plastic wrap to store
  6. Remove cheese 30 minutes before serving
  7. Place on cheese board or plate with crackers or cocktail bread and a cheese or butter knife

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