Baked Goat Cheese

"This baked goat cheese is based on a popular appetizer at a local pizza restaurant (called Napolese). If you live in my city, you'll know it: it comes bubbling from the oven, with the soft tangy chevre smothered in a pool of garlicky tomato sauce. The first time I scooped in a bit of focaccia bread to taste it, I knew I had to recreate it at home."

"Ingredients You'll Need Fire roasted tomatoes: The star! These tomatoes provide sweet, smoky depth without lengthy cooking (see below) Goat cheese: Creamy, tangy chèvre that softens beautifully in the oven Garlic cloves: Fresh garlic adds aromatic punch to the tomato sauce. Olive oil: Adds richness to the sauce Red pepper flakes, dried basil, and dried oregano: These combine into the flavors of pizza sauce Fresh basil (optional): An herbaceous garnish that adds color and fresh flavor"

Baked goat cheese pairs creamy, tangy chèvre with a garlicky tomato sauce made from fire-roasted tomatoes, fresh garlic, olive oil, red pepper flakes, dried basil, and oregano. The goat cheese softens and bakes until bubbling in a pool of tomato sauce. The dish takes under 30 minutes to prepare and can be served hot with focaccia, crusty bread, marinated olives, or a green salad. Fresh basil adds herbaceous color and flavor as an optional garnish. Leftovers can be stirred into pasta for a smoky, creamy sauce.

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