Baked Cheeses With Red Pepper Sauce Recipe

Name: Baked Cheeses With Red Pepper Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 50 min
Yield: Serves 1 or more
Ingredients: 8 ounces firm goat cheese, sliced 1/2-inch thick; ½ cup plain breadcrumbs; 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped; 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese; 1 large egg; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 red bell pepper (or green bell pepper), finely chopped; 1 teaspoon dried thyme; 1 tablespoon tomato paste; salt and fresh ground black pepper, to taste

Crispy baked cheese slices, perfectly golden and satisfying, served with a vibrant and zesty red pepper sauce. This easy recipe is perfect for a light lunch, brunch, or a delightful appetizer. Elevate your everyday meal with this flavorful and visually appealing dish – a guaranteed crowd-pleaser! Inspired by Frances Cleary's "Creative Family Favorites."

Prep Time 15 mins

Cook Time 35 mins

Calories 659.3 kcal

Protein 62g

Rating 4.8 (4 Reviews)

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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Baked Cheeses With Red Pepper Sauce

8 ounces firm goat cheese, sliced 1/2-inch thick
½ cup plain breadcrumbs
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
1 large egg
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 red bell pepper (or green bell pepper), finely chopped
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 tablespoon tomato paste
salt and fresh ground black pepper, to taste

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How to Make Baked Cheeses With Red Pepper Sauce

Preheat oven to 450°F (230°C/Gas Mark 8).
**Make the Red Pepper Sauce:**
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
Add 2 cloves minced garlic, 1 red bell pepper (finely chopped), and 1 teaspoon of dried thyme. Cook until vegetables are softened, about 10 minutes, stirring frequently.
Transfer the pepper mixture to a food processor or blender. Blend until completely smooth.
Return the pureed mixture to the saucepan.
Stir in 1 tablespoon of tomato paste, salt, and pepper to taste.
Set aside and keep warm.
**Prepare the Cheese:**
Place each cheese slice (about 8 slices) between two sheets of parchment paper.
Gently flatten each slice with the flat side of a large knife.
In a shallow bowl, combine ½ cup breadcrumbs, 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, and 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese.
In another shallow bowl, whisk 1 large egg.
Dip each flattened cheese slice in the beaten egg, ensuring it's fully coated.
Then, coat thoroughly in the breadcrumb mixture.
Place the breaded cheese slices on an ungreased baking sheet.
Bake for 5-7 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
Meanwhile, gently reheat the red pepper sauce.
To serve, spoon a generous amount of the warm red pepper sauce onto each plate.
Top with the baked cheese slices and garnish with fresh parsley.
Serve immediately and enjoy the remaining sauce!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

37 g

Sugar

28g

Fat

115g

Carbs

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