Yahoo Lifestyle Our 25 Creamiest Goat Cheese Recipes of All Time
Why not eat cheese for every meal of the day?
A great goat cheese is soft, creamy, and has a distinct, delicious flavor—and it's not something you want to waste. Here, you'll find 25 of our best-ever recipes that use goat cheese. They take advantage of ingredients that work well with the ingredient, including strawberries, tomatoes, beets, herbs, greens, and vegetables. There are also several Chef John creations, and recipes that work for every meal of the day.
Beet Salad with Goat Cheese
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"This salad is incredible! I added some roasted asparagus on top, and I also used canned beets rather than fresh ones simply due to convenience," says one Allrecipes community member. "I was able to whip this whole thing up in less than 15 minutes, and it was great!"
Copycat Chicken Bryan
"Excellent recipe as published," says Andy in MD. "I’ve also used this recipe with spring onions rather than yellow for a more delicate flavor and in the summer I’ve splashed just a dash of heavy cream for use over pasta primavera."
Fried Stuffed Squash Blossoms
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"These fried squash blossoms are filled with a tangy goat cheese mixture and coated in a simple, light batter that fries up golden brown and perfectly crisp," says Chef John. "Turn those beautiful squash blossoms in your garden into a delicious appetizer with this recipe."
Spinach Salad with Chicken, Avocado, and Goat Cheese
"I really enjoyed this salad, says Phyllis Dumdie. "Anything with goat cheese is a winner in my book. I will make this again."
Freezer-Friendly Frittata
"Delicious! Super cheesy and packed with flavor. It did seem like a lot of mushrooms at first, but it all worked out," says Allrecipes Allstar France Cevallos. These are very hearty portions and make a filling breakfast. I even cut mine smaller (16 squares instead of 8) and the smaller size works well for me, with a side of toast. I take a slice or two out of the freezer and let thaw overnight in the fridge, then reheat at 60% power for about 1.5-2 minutes."
Mini Mushroom and Goat Cheese Tarts
"These little savory tarts are a great entrée or appetizer," says Scratch. "Ideal for a romantic meal for two!"
Strawberry Goat Cheese Bruschetta
"Strawberry bruschetta is a thing of beauty!" says Chef John. "The way the tangy, slightly salty goat cheese works with the syrupy, balsamic-coated strawberries and crispy, charred bread is simply delicious."
Quinoa, Beet, and Arugula Salad
"This quinoa beet salad with arugula has the perfect combination of textures and flavors," says slmcm. "The arugula has a rich peppery taste, which goes well with the slightly nutty flavor of the quinoa."
Goat Cheese Sauce
"I was looking for something to do with some Tomato & Basil Goat Cheese crumbles, and this was perfect. I added some salt and pepper to boost the flavor, and then served it as a sauce over baked chicken stuffed with ham and Swiss," says one Allrecipes community member. "My hubby said it’s a keeper."
Roasted Stuffed Squash Blossoms
"These delicious stuffed squash blossoms are roasted instead of fried for a wonderfully light summer dish," says CJ. "Pick your squash blossoms early in the day, and store them in the fridge until ready to use. Top with some fresh basil pesto for added yum!"
Instant Pot Lasagna
You might feel like making lasagna in a pressure cooker is crazy. Don't you need an oven for those crunchy edges? To make sure the meat is cooked through? How can anyone make lasagna without baking it?" asks Shauna James Ahern. "Well, trust us—this one is well worth making. If you have a 6- or 7-inch springform pan and you kept the trivet that came with your Instant Pot, you can make a delicious layered lasagna pie in 30 minutes. And if you want to make it ahead, you can prep the lasagna, put it in the freezer, then put it right into the Instant Pot for an easy dinner."
Cherry Tomato Galette
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"While tomato galette sounds a little fancy, this rustic pie is actually easy to make plus this galette recipe is incredibly adaptable to whatever is in season," says Chef John. "Whether that's sweet fruit or savory vegetables, there are very few things you can't galette! Garnish with fresh basil if desired."
Brown Sugar-Pineapple Pork Chops
"Pork chops with pineapple and brown sugar topped with caramelized red onions and tangy goat cheese make for a delicious one-skillet supper," says Culinary Envy. "It's a sweet take on juicy pork chops that are quick and easy to prepare! Sprinkle with parsley for garnish, if desired."
Stuffed Leg of Lamb
"Rolled leg of lamb stuffed with spinach, goat's cheese and pine nuts," says Patrick. "Serve with Brussels sprouts cooked in butter and fresh garlic. A scrumptious Irish cuisine that is sure to please!"
Air-Fried Italian Stuffed Tomatoes
Garlic, Parmesan cheese, fresh basil, and toasted nuts turn brown rice into a superstar stuffing in this Italian-inspired stuffed tomato side dish that's cooked in the air fryer.
Balsamic Goat Cheese Stuffed Chicken Breasts
"Wow...this was FANTASTIC!" says Cabinluvn. "The only thing I did differently was to add some sun-dried tomatoes on top of the goat cheese before I folded the breast closed. If you added mushrooms, I think it would be an easy copycat of Carrabbas stuffed chicken breast"
Chèvre Cheesecake
"This gluten-free, soy-free, New York cheesecake is made with goat cheese instead of cream cheese. At a recent party, my husband mentioned he had not had cheesecake for 20 years because of his allergies, so I developed this recipe," says MATHGOD. "It's so decadent and creamy — I've served it several times and nobody has noticed the substitution!"
Ditalini with Roasted Tomato Sauce and Goat Cheese
"This ditalini pasta tastes awesome," says Chef John. "What a hot oven can do to deeply red San Marzano tomatoes is a flavorful wonder to behold. The ditalini are a perfect pasta for the rich sauce, smoky oregano, and creamy goat cheese."
Delicious Meatless Baked Ziti
"This elegant meatless baked ziti recipe is an easy dish and always a crowd-pleaser," says trinityman.
Pine Cone Cheese Ball
"Any cheese ball is a welcome addition to a holiday party spread, but when you bring one that looks like a pine cone, you're talking about a real showstopper," says Chef John.
Best Ever Party Appetizer
"Marinated goat's cheese with sun-dried tomatoes. Serve with sliced French bread," says J Coulson.
Roasted Sweet Potato and Beet Noodle Salad with Goat Cheese Medallions and Pistachio Vinaigrette
"The warm goat cheese medallions take this salad to a whole new level," says Kim's Cooking Now. "I like to serve this as a main dish salad with a nice crusty baguette on the side."
Great Grilled Smoky Vegetables with Avocado and Goat Cheese Crumbles
"Smoky tender grilled vegetables just bursting with flavor, made pretty with the addition of creamy white goat cheese and luscious avocado!" says Carol Klassen. "Add any other veggies you like. Asparagus and zucchini are good additions."
Roasted Beets with Goat Cheese and Walnuts
"Twice-roasted beets with goat cheese, crunchy nuts, and slightly bitter greens—that's my idea of an easy, healthy, beautiful fall lunch! Or dinner, or breakfast, or brunch!" says Chef John. "Serve with toasted walnut bread."
3-Ingredient Baked Goat Cheese Dip
"Goat cheese is baked with marinara sauce and topped with fresh basil to make this super easy appetizer in a flash!" says chpmnk42. "Serve fresh out of the oven with crostini or garlic bread for dipping."
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