Recipes for Goat Cheese

Safe ways to use goat cheese past its expiration date

Goat Cheese and Spinach Stuffed Chicken Breast

Goat Cheese and Spinach Stuffed Chicken Breast

This recipe makes use of expired goat cheese to create a delicious and safe stuffed chicken breast. Ensure the chicken is cooked thoroughly to eliminate any potential bacteria.

Prep time:
15 minutes
Cook time:
30 minutes
Servings:
2

Ingredients

  • 2 chicken breasts
  • 1 cup spinach, chopped
  • 1/2 cup expired goat cheese, crumbled
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Butterfly the chicken breasts by slicing them horizontally, without cutting all the way through.
  3. Season the inside of the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
  4. In a bowl, combine the chopped spinach and expired goat cheese.
  5. Divide the spinach and goat cheese mixture evenly and stuff it into the chicken breasts.
  6. Secure the chicken breasts with toothpicks to keep the filling in place.
  7. Heat olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium heat.
  8. Sear the stuffed chicken breasts for 3-4 minutes on each side until browned.
  9. Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
  10. Remove the toothpicks and let the chicken rest for a few minutes before serving.
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⚠️Difficulty level: medium
Goat Cheese and Roasted Red Pepper Tart

Goat Cheese and Roasted Red Pepper Tart

This recipe repurposes expired goat cheese and roasted red peppers to create a flavorful tart. Ensure the tart is baked thoroughly to guarantee food safety.

Prep time:
10 minutes
Cook time:
25 minutes
Servings:
4

Ingredients

  • 1 sheet of puff pastry, thawed
  • 1/2 cup expired goat cheese, crumbled
  • 1/2 cup roasted red peppers, sliced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh basil, chopped
  • 1 egg, beaten

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Roll out the puff pastry sheet on a lightly floured surface.
  3. Transfer the puff pastry to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  4. Prick the surface of the puff pastry with a fork, leaving a border around the edges.
  5. Spread the expired goat cheese evenly over the puff pastry, within the border.
  6. Arrange the roasted red pepper slices on top of the goat cheese.
  7. Sprinkle the chopped fresh basil over the tart.
  8. Brush the beaten egg over the edges of the puff pastry to create a golden crust.
  9. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the pastry is golden and cooked through.
  10. Allow the tart to cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.
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⚠️Difficulty level: easy
Goat Cheese and Caramelized Onion Galette

Goat Cheese and Caramelized Onion Galette

A savory galette made with slightly expired goat cheese and caramelized onions.

Prep time:
15 minutes
Cook time:
30 minutes
Servings:
6

Ingredients

  • 1 sheet of puff pastry
  • 1 cup of caramelized onions
  • 150g of slightly expired goat cheese
  • 1 tablespoon of olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Roll out the puff pastry onto a baking sheet.
  3. Spread the caramelized onions evenly over the puff pastry.
  4. Crumble the slightly expired goat cheese on top of the onions.
  5. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
  6. Fold the edges of the puff pastry inward to create a rustic crust.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown.
  8. Allow to cool slightly before serving.
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⚠️Difficulty level: medium

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