Baked Figs and Goat Cheese

Ingredients

• 1 8-ounce goat cheese log
• 4 fresh fig leaves, optional
• 10 ripe figs, stems on, halved lengthwise
• Salt and pepper
• 1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme or rosemary
• 3 tablespoons olive oil

• Nutritional Information

  • Nutritional analysis per serving (6 servings)

    247 calories; 15 grams fat; 6 grams saturated fat; 6 grams monounsaturated fat; 1 gram polyunsaturated fat; 22 grams carbohydrates; 3 grams dietary fiber; 18 grams sugars; 7 grams protein; 17 milligrams cholesterol; 174 milligrams sodium

  Note: Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available data.
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6 servings

Preparation

1. Heat oven to 400 degrees. Cut goat cheese into 6 thick slices. Line an 8-by 12-inch earthenware baking dish with fig leaves (if using). Arrange goat cheese in center of dish and surround with fig halves. Season lightly with salt and pepper, then sprinkle with thyme. Drizzle with olive oil.
2. Bake uncovered for 15 minutes, until both cheese and figs are softened. Run under broiler for 1 minute to brown. Let cool slightly before serving.

25 minutes