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Pistachio Cream Goat Cheese: 12 Irresistible Appetizers

Pistachio Cream Goat Cheese
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A delicious and unique appetizer featuring mushrooms stuffed with a creamy mixture of goat cheese and pistachios.

Ingredients

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  • 12 large cremini or white button mushrooms, stems removed and chopped
  • 4 oz fresh goat cheese, softened to room temperature
  • ½ cup roasted, shelled pistachios, divided
  • ¼ cup heavy cream (plus a drizzle more for serving)
  • 1 Tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves, plus extra sprigs for garnish
  • Zest of ½ lemon
  • Salt & freshly cracked black pepper
  • Olive oil, for drizzling

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a small skillet over medium heat, melt the butter until foaming slightly.
  3. Add minced garlic and chopped mushroom stems, sautéing for about 1 minute until garlic is fragrant and stems begin to soften.
  4. Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer.
  5. Stir in â…“ cup of pistachios (pulsed to a coarse meal), lemon zest, and a pinch of salt and pepper.
  6. Set pistachio cream aside to cool and thicken slightly.
  7. In a bowl, fold softened goat cheese with fresh thyme and black pepper until smooth.
  8. Rinse mushroom caps, pat dry, and arrange on the prepared baking sheet.
  9. Drizzle each cap with olive oil and sprinkle with salt.
  10. Spoon a generous dollop of goat cheese mixture into each mushroom cavity.
  11. Drizzle about a teaspoon of pistachio cream over each filled mushroom.
  12. Bake for 15-18 minutes, until mushrooms are tender and cheese is melty with golden edges.
  13. Garnish with remaining chopped pistachios, fresh thyme sprigs, and an optional drizzle of heavy cream.
  14. Serve immediately while hot.

Notes

  • This dish works well as an appetizer for parties.
    • <li.Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor. <li.Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.

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