Baked Goat Cheese and Marinara

15 minutes Prep Time
55 minutes Cook Time
6 Servings

This creamy, hot dip is inspired by our favorite restaurant appetizer.  Goat cheese is surrounded by old world style marinara sauce and served with crunchy crostini.

Ingredients

  • 5 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 medium onions, chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 (28 ounce) can Tuttorosso® Peeled Plum Tomatoes
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 8 ounces goat cheese, at room temperature
  • 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, chiffonade or cut into ribbons

Instructions

Step one

Heat oil in a large sauce pan over medium heat. When heated, add the onions and garlic and cook until tender and browned.

Step two

Add whole peeled tomatoes with juice, basil, oregano, salt and black pepper. Cover with lid and cook for 10 minutes.

Step three

Open lid and mash the tomatoes until pieces are still visible.  Cook uncovered for another 15 to 20 minutes.

Step four

Preheat oven to 375o F.

Step five

In a small baking dish, press the goat cheese to fit the shape of the baking dish.

Step six

Spoon 2 cups of the marinara around the edge of the baking dish, leaving the center of the cheese exposed.Sprinkle with kosher salt.

Step seven

Bake 20 to 25 minutes or until goat cheese is hot and soft and the marinara is bubbly.

Step eight

Remove from oven and allow to cool for a few minutes. Then sprinkle with prepared basil leaves.

Step nine

Serve hot with crostini or garlic bread for dipping.

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