Gratinated goat cheese with honey and rosemary

2 servings

15 minutes

Gratinated goat cheese with honey and rosemary is an exquisite Italian dish that harmoniously combines the sweetness of honey, the rich aroma of rosemary, and the delicate texture of goat cheese. This recipe embodies the gastronomic traditions of the Mediterranean, where simple yet quality ingredients create a wonderful palette of flavors. Baked in the oven, the cheese develops a light crust, while the honey-balsamic syrup with hints of garlic and lemon adds depth and richness to the dish. Crunchy pine nuts provide a textural contrast, and fresh green salad highlights the sophistication of taste. It is an ideal option for a light dinner or elegant appetizer that will impress with its balance of sweet, salty, and spicy.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 446.1
• Proteins: 24.6g
• Fats: 28.4g
• Carbohydrates: 22.1g

Ingredients

• Soft goat cheese: 200 g
• Flower honey: 2 tbsp
• Water: 4 tbsp
• Lemon juice: 2 tsp
• Modena Balsamic Vinegar: 1 tsp
• Fresh rosemary: 2 stem
• Garlic: 1 head
• Pine nuts: 1 tbsp

Cooking steps

1. Mix honey with water in a pot, add vinegar and lemon juice, place on the stove and bring to a boil.

   Required ingredients:

   • Flower honey: 2 tablespoons
   • Water: 4 tablespoons
   • Modena Balsamic Vinegar: 1 teaspoon
   • Lemon juice: 2 teaspoons

2. Peel young garlic cloves, add to the honey mixture, and boil for about 5 minutes, then add rosemary sprigs. Cook until the syrup thickens.

   Required ingredients:

   • Garlic: 1 head
   • Fresh rosemary: 2 stems

3. Toast the pine nuts without adding oil until golden brown.

   Required ingredients:

   • Pine nuts: 1 tablespoon

4. Cut the goat cheese roll into 8 pieces, brush the cuts with olive oil, and place in a preheated oven at 180 degrees for 5-8 minutes.

   Required ingredients:

   • Soft goat cheese: 200 g

5. Arrange the gratinated medallions on plates, drizzle with honey syrup, sprinkle with nuts, and serve with any green salad.