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Goat Cheese with Thyme, Peppercorns, and Lemon Oil

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Pink peppercorns and peppercorn mélange (a mixture of black, pink, green, and white peppercorns) are available at many supermarkets.

Recipe information

  • Total Time

    15 minutes

  • Yield

    Makes 6 (appetizer) servings

Ingredients

1 (5.5-ounce) log soft mild goat cheese
1 teaspoon pink peppercorns or peppercorn mélange, cracked
1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon grated lemon peel
1/2 small garlic clove, pressed (optional)
Sliced baguette (toasted, if desired)

Preparation

  1. Place cheese on plate; using plastic wrap as aid, shape into 5-inch round. Sprinkle with salt, peppercorns, and thyme, and press into cheese. Mix olive oil, lemon peel, and garlic, if desired, in small bowl. Pour over cheese. Serve with baguette.

Nutrition Per Serving

One serving (without baguette) contains the following: 134.12 Calories (kcal)
#### Nutritional analysis provided by Self
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