Goat-Cheese Spreads

• 1 log (5 to 6 ounces) fresh goat cheese, softened
• Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
• Pesto, Sun-Dried Tomato, or Pistachio-Chive flavoring

1. In a medium bowl, mash goat cheese with a fork; season with salt and pepper.
2. Add one of the desired flavorings.
3. Refrigerate, covered with plastic wrap, up to 1 day; bring to room temperature before serving.
4. Stir in 1/4 cup homemade (see page 365) or store-bought pesto.
5. Add 3 tablespoons chopped oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes and 1 teaspoon minced fresh thyme.
6. Add 1/4 cup chopped toasted pistachios (see page 365) and 2 tablespoons finely snipped fresh chives, saving some to sprinkle on top of each crostini.

fresh goat cheese, salt, tomato

Taken from www.epicurious.com/recipes/food/views/goat-cheese-spreads-387894 (may not work)