Tomato-Goat Cheese Spread

Serve this delightful Mediterranean spread with a variety of crackers for your guests to snack on during parties or before dinner.

Recipe Ingredients:

2 (8-ounce each) logs of plain goat cheese, room temperature
1/2 cup dried tomatoes, packed in oil, minced
8 fresh basil leaves, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
4 tablespoons chopped walnuts

Cooking Directions:

1. In a medium bowl, mash goat cheese with other ingredients; blend well.
2. Pack into a serving bowl or crock. Cover and refrigerate (can be made up to four days ahead); bring to room temperature before serving with crackers.

Makes 12 appetizer servings.

Recipe provided courtesy of Pork, Be Inspired®.