Name: Herbed Goat Cheese Spread with Mint
Yield: Makes 16 servings
Ingredients: 12 ounces soft fresh goat cheese, crumbled (about 21/2 cups), room temperature; 2 tablespoons whole milk; 2 teaspoons whole cumin seeds; 1 teaspoon dried dill weed; 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 2 garlic cloves, pressed; 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil; 20 mint leaves, thinly sliced; 32 (or more) seeded crackers

This easy appetizer is packed with flavor. And since this is a Latin-themed party, dont forget to set out a bowl of chips with your favorite salsa.

Recipe information

Yield
Makes 16 servings

Ingredients

12 ounces soft fresh goat cheese, crumbled (about 21/2 cups), room temperature

2 tablespoons whole milk

2 teaspoons whole cumin seeds

1 teaspoon dried dill weed

1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

2 garlic cloves, pressed

1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil

20 mint leaves, thinly sliced

32 (or more) seeded crackers

Preparation

Step 1
Mix first 6 ingredients in small bowl until almost smooth. Cover; chill. DO AHEAD: Can be made 1 day ahead. Keep chilled.
Step 2
Transfer goat cheese spread to shallow bowl. Drizzle oil over. Sprinkle mint leaves over and serve with crackers.

TagsSpreads Goat Cheese Cheese Dairy Mint Herbs & Spices Starter Dinner Lunch Vegetarian Nut Free Easy Bon Appétit

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