Goat cheese is something I like to use in many different ways, and this herb-y mixture is especially versatile. You can toss it with hot pasta for a quick, creamy sauce, or roll it into balls to top a salad, but I probably like these little toasts best of all. They’re so easy to make and they fly off the platter every time I serve them. The recipe can easily be doubled for a party.
Recipe information
Yield
6 servings
Ingredients
Preparation
Step 1
Preheat the oven to 375°F. Arrange the bread slices on one or two large, heavy baking sheets. Brush the olive oil over the bread slices. Bake until the crostini are pale golden and crisp, about 10 to 15 minutes.
Step 2
Blend the goat cheese and cream cheese in a food processor until smooth and creamy. Add the parsley, thyme, and lemon zest. Pulse just to blend. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Spread the cheese mixture over the crostini. Sprinkle with the olives, chives, and more pepper. Arrange the toasts on a platter and serve.
Do-Ahead Tip
Step 3
The crostini and cheese mixture can be prepared 2 days ahead. Store the crostini in an airtight container at room temperature. Cover and refrigerate the cheese mixture. Let the cheese mixture stand at room temperature for 1 hour to soften slightly before spreading.
