Jake's Easy Appetizer
Perfect for effortless entertaining, Jake’s Easy Appetizer is a show-stopping, no-cook recipe that combines creamy goat cheese with the bold flavors of sun-dried tomatoes and aromatic fresh basil. Ready in just 10 minutes, this crowd-pleasing spread is enhanced with a drizzle of olive oil and a touch of seasoning to create a luscious topping for crostini or crackers. Ideal for busy hosts and party planners, this quick appetizer pairs gourmet elegance with unbeatable simplicity. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or need a last-minute addition to your charcuterie board, this 6-serving delight will impress your guests with its vibrant flavors and sophisticated appeal.
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Ingredients
- 8 oz Goat cheese
- 0.25 cup Sun-dried tomatoes (packed in oil)
- 10 leaves Fresh basil leaves
- 1 tbsp Olive oil
- 0.25 tsp Salt
- 0.25 tsp Black pepper
- 12 pieces Crostini or crackers
Directions
Step 1
In a medium bowl, soften the goat cheese by letting it sit at room temperature for a few minutes or gently mixing it with a spoon.
Step 2
Finely chop the sun-dried tomatoes and fresh basil leaves.
Step 3
Add the chopped sun-dried tomatoes, basil leaves, olive oil, salt, and black pepper to the goat cheese. Mix thoroughly until evenly combined.
Step 4
Taste and adjust the seasoning with additional salt or pepper if needed.
Step 5
Spoon the mixture onto crostini or crackers just before serving, spreading it evenly.
Step 6
Optionally, garnish with a small basil leaf or a piece of sun-dried tomato for presentation.
Step 7
Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (487.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2100.3 |
| Total Fat 138.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 60.2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g | |
| Cholesterol 178.2mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3606.8mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 136.2g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 10.6g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 15.3g | |
| Protein 71.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 437.0mg | 0% |
| Iron 12.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2053.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories