Baked Goat Cheese in Marinara Dip
20m
Prep Time
1h
Cook Time
8
Servings
This takes chips and dip to a whole new level! Inspired by a popular local restaurant appetizer, we baked creamy goat cheese in our homemade chunky marinara. Serve with crunchy crostini or toasted garlic bread for the ultimate game day spread!
This takes chips and dip to a whole new level! Inspired by a popular local restaurant appetizer, we baked creamy goat cheese in our homemade chunky marinara. Serve with crunchy crostini or toasted garlic bread for the ultimate game day spread!
Ingredients
COPY INGREDIENTS
5 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil2 medium onions, finely chopped2 cloves garlic, minced2 (14.5 ounce) cans Red Gold® Whole Peeled Tomatoes 14.5 oz or 1 (28 ounce) can Red Gold® Whole Peeled Tomatoes 28 oz1 teaspoon dried basil1 teaspoon dried oreganoSea salt and ground black pepper to taste8 ounces goat cheese, softened1/4 teaspoon kosher salt1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, cut into ribbons or chiffonade
Instructions
- Marinara Sauce - Heat oil in a large sauce pan over medium heat. When heated add the onions and garlic and cook until tender and browned. Add whole peeled tomatoes with juice, basil, oregano, salt and black pepper. Cover with lid and cook for 10 to15 minutes. Open lid and mash the tomatoes until pieces are still visible. Cook uncovered for another 15 to 20 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 375° F. In a small baking dish, press the goat cheese to fit the shape of the baking dish. Spoon 2 cups of the Marinara Sauce around the edge of the baking dish, leaving the center with the cheese exposed. Sprinkle with kosher salt.
- Bake 20 to 25 minutes or until goat cheese is hot and soft and the marinara is bubbly.
- Remove from oven and allow to cool for a couple minutes. Then sprinkle with prepared basil leaves. Serve hot with crostini or garlic bread for dipping.
Cook's Note: To chiffonade basil, stack 5 to 6 basil leaves and roll into a cylinder shape, then cut crosswise to create thin ribbons. The Marinara Sauce can be made up to 2 days ahead for easy preparation of this recipe.
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