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h Goat Cheese & Cranberry Balsamic Glaze Recipe

h Goat Cheese & Cranberry Balsamic Glaze Recipe
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Sweet Potato Rounds with Goat Cheese & Cranberry Balsamic Glaze are a vibrant, elegant appetizer or side dish perfect for festive occasions. Roasted sweet potato slices are topped with tangy goat cheese and a luscious cranberry balsamic glaze, then garnished with crunchy pecans and fresh thyme, delivering a perfect balance of sweet, savory, and tangy flavors.

Ingredients

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Sweet Potatoes

  • 2 large sweet potatoes, sliced into ½-inch rounds
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste

Toppings and Glaze

  • 4 oz goat cheese, softened
  • ½ cup cranberry sauce (homemade or canned)
  • 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
  • 1 tsp honey
  • 2 tbsp chopped pecans (optional)
  • Fresh thyme leaves, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup.
  2. Prepare Sweet Potatoes: Toss the sweet potato rounds with olive oil, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated. Arrange them in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
  3. Roast Sweet Potatoes: Place the baking sheet in the oven and roast the sweet potato rounds for 25–30 minutes, flipping them halfway through. Roast until they become tender and develop golden edges.
  4. Make Cranberry Balsamic Glaze: While the sweet potatoes roast, combine cranberry sauce, balsamic vinegar, and honey in a small saucepan. Heat over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally until the mixture is smooth and slightly thickened.
  5. Cool Sweet Potatoes: Once roasted, remove the sweet potato rounds from the oven and allow them to cool slightly to handle comfortably.
  6. Assemble the Rounds: Spread a small dollop of softened goat cheese on each sweet potato round. Then, drizzle each one with the cranberry balsamic glaze prepared earlier.
  7. Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle the rounds with chopped pecans for crunch and fresh thyme leaves for a burst of herbal flavor. Serve warm as a sophisticated appetizer or side dish.

Notes

  • For a spicy kick, add a pinch of crushed red pepper to the cranberry glaze.
  • Substitute goat cheese with feta or ricotta for a milder cheese flavor.
  • Pecans are optional but recommended for added texture and nuttiness.
  • This dish can be served warm or at room temperature.
  • Use homemade cranberry sauce for a fresher taste or canned for convenience.

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Keywords: Sweet potato appetizer, goat cheese recipe, cranberry balsamic glaze, holiday appetizer, roasted sweet potatoes, vegetarian appetizer

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