My parents recently moved to Alabama and right next door to a farm that produces all kinds of yummy goat cheese. I thought of both of them when I stumbled upon this recipe because it contains two of their favorite things. Pistachios for dad and goat cheese for both. I imagine mom's will taste much better because of the fresh product next door, but until I get down there to visit and sample her farmer neighbor's goat cheese, Trader Joe's will suffice. This is the perfect in-between commercial snack for my family on Thanksgiving Day. No carbs and minimal sugar, so eat your heart out!
Adapted from
Family Circle
Ingredients:
- 4 oz plain goat cheese, room temperature
- 8 oz neufchatel cheese, room temperature
- 2 tbsp natural honey (try to go local)
- 2 tsp fresh thyme, chopped
- 1/2 cup pistachios, chopped
Directions:
- In stand mixer, blend cheeses, honey, and thyme on medium until combined.
- Using a spatula, transfer the mixture to a work surface and form it into a ball. Roll the ball in the pistachios and refrigerate 1 hour.
- Re-shape the ball after cooling if needed. Serve with your favorite cracker or baguette bread.
