Thyme, honey and goat cheese spread
Makes 10 (3 Tbsp.) servings*
Ingredients
- 2 (4 oz.) packages goat cheese
- 1 (8 oz.) package reduced fat cream cheese
- 1 tsp minced fresh thyme
- ¼ cup honey
- ¼ cup toasted walnuts, chopped
Preparation
In stand up mixer, combine goat cheese, cream cheese and thyme. Beat until soft and well combined. Scrape mixture into a flat serving dish with a 1 inch edge (a pie plate works well). Refrigerate until ready to serve, no longer than 4 hours. Just before serving, top with honey and sprinkle with walnuts. Serve with crackers or toast.
*This can be eaten as a meal instead of as an appetizer. Makes 6-8 serving for a meal.
Nutrition analysis per 3 Tbsp. serving: 130 calories, 8g fat, 9g carbohydrate, 0g fiber, 6g protein, 190mg sodium
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