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Herbed Goat Cheese Spread with Mint

By Tori Ritchie

4.2

(12)

This easy appetizer is packed with flavor. And since this is a Latin-themed party, don’t 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

  1. 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.

TagsSpreadsGoat CheeseCheeseDairyMintHerbs & SpicesStarterDinnerLunchVegetarianNut FreeEasyBon Appétit
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