28 Goat Cheese Recipes for People Who Really Love It

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28 Goat Cheese Recipes for People Who Really Love It1/28 Roasted Herbed Squash with Goat Cheese 1 Review Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Roasted Herbed Squash with Goat Cheese Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 55 min Servings 10 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Cooking is a hobby I’m so happy to share with my toddler. She (and all our Christmas Eve party guests) heartily approved of this new potluck favorite. Any type of winter squash works here. —Lindsay Oberhausen, Lexington, Kentucky Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 251 calories, 8g fat (3g saturated fat), 21mg cholesterol,

715mg sodium, 43g carbohydrate (10g sugars, 10g fiber), 7g protein

715mg sodium, 43g carbohydrate (10g sugars, 10g fiber), 7g protein. 2/28 Cranberry-Fig Goat Cheese Crostini 2 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Cranberry-Fig Goat Cheese Crostini Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 40 min Servings 2 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: The blend of flavors in the crostini makes an absolutely scrumptious appetizer. —Barbara Estabrook, Rhinelander, Wisconsin Nutrition Facts: 1 crostini: 109 calories, 6g fat (1g saturated fat), 7mg cholesterol, 135mg sodium, 10g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein. 3/28 Mushroom Panzanella Test Kitchen Approved Mushroom Panzanella Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 35

min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator:

min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: My fresh take on classic Italian bread salad pairs perfectly with grilled or roasted meats. —Jennifer Beckman, Falls Church, Virginia Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 210 calories, 13g fat (2g saturated fat), 5mg cholesterol, 506mg sodium, 20g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 2g fiber), 6g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 fat, 1 starch, 1 vegetable. 4/28 Butternut Thyme Tartlets Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved DAN ROBERTS FOR TASTE OF HOME Total Time 35 min Servings 2-1/2 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: A great teaser for what’s to come, this light

and crunchy appetizer is filled with my favorite late-fall flavors

and crunchy appetizer is filled with my favorite late-fall flavors. Make the creamy filling a few days early, then fill the phyllo cups right before guests arrive. —Arlene Erlbach, Morton Grove, Illinois Nutrition Facts: 1 tartlet: 49 calories, 3g fat (1g saturated fat), 8mg cholesterol, 60mg sodium, 4g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 2g protein. 5/28 Asparagus Galette with Goat Cheese Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 2 hours Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This asparagus galette could be an appetizer or a side dish, or you could top it with an egg and

serve it as an entree

serve it as an entree. While I prefer to make my own whole wheat crust to add a nutty flavor, you could use a refrigerated crust instead. Cooking all vegetables before assembling the galette adds flavor and expels most of the moisture, so the crust gets crispy in the oven. If you want to save time, use caramelized onion jam instead of caramelizing the leeks. —Kellyn Kemmerer, Baltimore, Maryland Nutrition Facts: 1 piece: 308 calories, 22g fat (12g saturated fat), 78mg cholesterol, 797mg sodium, 23g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 3g fiber), 7g protein. 6/28 Portobello Mushrooms Florentine 3 Reviews Test Kitchen

Diabetic Exchanges: 2 vegetable, 1 lean meat, 0.500 fat

Approved Total Time 25 min Servings 2 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: A fun and surprisingly hearty breakfast dish packed with flavor and richness.—Sara Morris, Laguna Beach, California Nutrition Facts: 1 stuffed mushroom: 170 calories, 10g fat (4g saturated fat), 204mg cholesterol, 428mg sodium, 9g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 3g fiber), 12g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 vegetable, 1 lean meat, 0.500 fat. 7/28 Chicken & Goat Cheese Skillet 11 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Chicken & Goat Cheese Skillet Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 20 min Servings 2 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator:

I can’t wait to make it again very soon!

My husband was completely bowled over by this on-a-whim goat cheese and chicken skillet meal. I can’t wait to make it again very soon! —Ericka Barber, Eureka, California Nutrition Facts: 1-1/2 cups chicken mixture: 251 calories, 11g fat (3g saturated fat), 74mg cholesterol, 447mg sodium, 8g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 3g fiber), 29g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 4 lean meat, 2 fat, 1 vegetable. 8/28 Brussels Sprouts with Garlic & Goat Cheese 2 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Brussels Sprouts with Garlic & Goat Cheese Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 40 min Servings 16 servings (2/3 cup each) Go to

It’s really a side dish, but I love to eat it for lunch!

Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I wanted to up my veggie game, so I smothered Brussels sprouts with garlic and goat cheese. It’s really a side dish, but I love to eat it for lunch! —Brenda Williams, Santa Maria, California Nutrition Facts: 2/3 cup: 81 calories, 5g fat (1g saturated fat), 6mg cholesterol, 205mg sodium, 8g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 3g fiber), 4g protein. Diabetic exchanges: 1 vegetable, 1 fat. 9/28 Grilled Peach, Rice & Arugula Salad 3 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved DAN ROBERTS FOR TASTE OF HOME Total Time 30 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From

The grilled peaches are the ultimate “tastes like summer” salad booster

the Recipe Creator: This hearty salad was created when I needed to clear out some leftovers from the fridge—and it became an instant hit! The grilled peaches are the ultimate “tastes like summer” salad booster. —Lauren Wyler, Dripping Springs, Texas Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 218 calories, 11g fat (3g saturated fat), 20mg cholesterol, 530mg sodium, 23g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 2g fiber), 7g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 fat, 1 starch, 1 vegetable. 10/28 Veggie Omelet with Goat Cheese Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 2 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: My family eats

This cuts prep time in half!

a lot of vegetables so I’ll set some aside at dinner to use in an omelet the next day. This cuts prep time in half! I like the versatility of this recipe because it can be made with whatever veggies and cheeses you have. —Lynne Keast, Monte Sereno, California Nutrition Facts: 1/2 omelet: 316 calories, 23g fat (7g saturated fat), 393mg cholesterol, 539mg sodium, 9g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 3g fiber), 19g protein. 11/28 Secret-Ingredient Stuffed Eggs 4 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Secret-Ingredient Stuffed Eggs Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 15 min Servings 1 dozen Go

to Recipe From the Recipe Creator:

to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: My take on deviled eggs is full of surprises. The down-home appetizer Mom used to make gets an upscale touch from mango, goat cheese and pecans. People love these tempting treats. —Beth Satterfield, Dover, Delaware Nutrition Facts: 1 stuffed egg half: 94 calories, 7g fat (2g saturated fat), 110mg cholesterol, 140mg sodium, 3g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 0 fiber), 4g protein. 12/28 Balsamic-Goat Cheese Grilled Plums 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 25 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Make a bold statement with this simple yet elegant treat.

Diabetic Exchanges: 1/2 starch, 1/2 fat

Ripe plums are grilled and then dressed with a balsamic reduction and tangy goat cheese. —Ariana Abelow, Holliston, Massachusetts Nutrition Facts: 1 plum half with 1 tablespoon cheese and 2 teaspoons glaze: 58 calories, 2g fat (1g saturated fat), 9mg cholesterol, 41mg sodium, 9g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 1g fiber), 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1/2 starch, 1/2 fat. 13/28 Artichoke & Lemon Pasta 24 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Artichoke & Lemon Pasta Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 40 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: While sailing in the Mediterranean, we tasted a lemony

artichoke pasta

artichoke pasta. I developed my own version of it that our guests love. Try it with shrimp and kalamata olives. —Peter Halferty, Corpus Christi, Texas Nutrition Facts: 1-1/4 cups: 343 calories, 14g fat (5g saturated fat), 27mg cholesterol, 919mg sodium, 43g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 3g fiber), 14g protein. 14/28 Goat Cheese Cheesecake Test Kitchen Approved Goat Cheese Cheesecake Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour 35 min Servings 12 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Upgrade your traditional cheesecake by adding in goat cheese! This simple ingredient adds creaminess and complex flavors for a lovely

taste in every bite

taste in every bite. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin Nutrition Facts: 1 slice: 305 calories, 17g fat (9g saturated fat), 80mg cholesterol, 239mg sodium, 35g carbohydrate (26g sugars, 0 fiber), 5g protein. 15/28 Pancetta, Pear & Pecan Puffs 2 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Pancetta, Pear & Pecan Puffs Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 35 min Servings 2 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I was recently at a wedding reception where the menu was all small bites. Here’s my rendition of the pear pastries they served. They’re the perfect combo of

savory and sweet

savory and sweet. —Arlene Erlbach, Morton Grove, Illinois Nutrition Facts: 1 puff: 105 calories, 7g fat (3g saturated fat), 13mg cholesterol, 178mg sodium, 8g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 2g protein. 16/28 Chicken Sausage & Gnocchi Skillet 17 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Chicken Sausage & Gnocchi Skillet Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I had a bunch of fresh veggies and combined them with sausage, gnocchi and goat cheese when I needed a quick dinner. Mix and match your own ingredients for unique results. —Dahlia Abrams,

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