Chevre-Fig Spread
From: Better Homes and GardensThis spread recipe is the perfect make-ahead appetizer especially when entertaining for Christmas. Sprinkle toasted walnuts over spread before serving with baguette slices or crackers.
Servings: Makes about 1-1/2 cups
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Ingredients
3/4 cup snipped dried figs
3/4 cup crumbled chevre (goat cheese) 3 oz.)
1/2 cup light sour cream
3 Tbsp. snipped fresh basil
2 Tbsp. milk
1 Tbsp. snipped fresh thyme
Salt
Ground black pepper
1/2 cup chopped walnuts, toasted
Fresh thyme sprigs (optional)
Toasted baguette slices or crackers
Directions
1. In a small bowl pour boiling water over figs to cover; let stand 15 minutes. Drain well.
2. Meanwhile, in a medium bowl stir together chevre, sour cream, basil, milk, and thyme. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Stir in drained figs and half the walnuts. Cover and chill in refrigerator up to 24 hours.
3. To serve, transfer spread to serving bowl. Sprinkle with remaining walnuts and fresh thyme sprigs. Serve with baguette slices or crackers. Makes about 1-1/2 cups (twelve 2-tablespoon servings)
Nutrition Facts
Calories 100, Total Fat 7 g, Saturated Fat 3 g, Monounsaturated Fat 1 g, Polyunsaturated Fat 2 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Sodium 45 mg, Carbohydrate 8 g, Total Sugar 5 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 4 g. Daily Values: Vitamin C 1%, Calcium 10%, Iron 3%.
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet
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