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    Home » Condiment Recipes

    Lemon Rosemary Goat Cheese

    LAST UPDATED: January 24, 2018 PUBLISHED: November 27, 2008 By Pam Greer 33 Comments As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

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    Lemon Rosemary Goat Cheese - Make your own delicious marinated cheese!

    I have two problems with this post...one, I have no idea where this recipe came from. I found it in my to-try file as an untitled document. So, if this is your cheese, let me know, and I'll send some kudos your way. And, two, I don't know if it's any good or not. I mean it looks really, really good, doesn't it?? Right now it is marinating in my fridge. But any recipe that tells me to spread the cheese on some toasted baguette slices or that the remaining oil may be used for dipping fresh bread, is a good recipe! Note, though, when refrigerated, the oil becomes more solid-ish, so it won't really poor unless you bring it to room temperature. But what I usually do, at least with my herb oils, is just scoop them out with a knife almost like they're butter, and spread on the bread.

    **Updated for 2018!  I have made this lemon rosemary cheese many times since I originally posted this recipe!  It is fantastic!

     

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    5 from 30 votes

    Lemon Rosemary Goat Cheese

    With a jar of this Lemon Rosemary Goat Cheese in the fridge you are always ready for a party or just a yummy snack while watching tv! 
    Course Appetizer
    Prep Time 25 minutes
    Total Time 25 minutes
    Servings 12
    Calories 62kcal

    Ingredients

    • 6 oz goat cheese
    • 3 sprgs fresh rosemary rinsed and dried
    • 6 strips lemon peel
    • 1 teaspoon fennel seeds crushed with mortar and pestle
    • ¼ teaspoon peppercorns crushed
    • 1 ½ cups extra-virgin olive oil

    Instructions

    • You'll need a clean, dry 16-oz jar with lid.
    • Place fennel seeds, peppercorns and crushed red pepper flakes into the jar.
    • Gently slice the goat cheese into 5-6 equal-sized slices. Pour a small amount of olive oil in the jar to cover the bottom, and begin gently adding pieces, covering each with oil as it is added.
    • When nearly full, gently push rosemary sprigs around sides of jar. Do the same with the lemon peel.
    • Top off the jar with oil, making sure to cover all the contents completely. Cover tightly and keep cool, preferably in warmest part of refrigerator.
    • Store at least 2-3 days before eating. May be stored this way up to a month.
    • To serve:
    • Move to room temperature at least 30 minutes before serving. If serving for a group, gently pour entire contents of jar onto shallow dish or bowl and serve with soft cheese knife or spoon. Spread chevre onto toasted baguette slices or bread and drizzle oil over top. Remaining oil may be used for dipping fresh bread.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 62kcal | Protein: 2g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 6mg | Sodium: 52mg | Potassium: 3mg | Vitamin A: 155IU | Vitamin C: 0.7mg | Calcium: 22mg | Iron: 0.3mg

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    Reader Interactions

    Comments

    1. Jo says

      June 01, 2020 at 7:06 am

      5 stars
      Wow rosemary olive oil infused flavors into goat cheese, how amazing! Looks great.

      Reply
    2. Chandice Probst says

      May 31, 2020 at 12:29 pm

      5 stars
      The goat cheese and rosemary pair perfectly together! Plus, the recipe is so easy to follow, thanks.

      Reply
    3. Leslie says

      May 30, 2020 at 7:32 pm

      5 stars
      Don't you love it when you stumble upon an old forgotten recipe?? I hope you enjoy this one! It looks great!

      Reply
    4. Denise says

      May 30, 2020 at 7:08 pm

      5 stars
      Oh what a delicious idea! I am always happy to find new ways to cook (eat) cheeses!

      Reply
    5. Loreto and Nicoletta Nardelli says

      May 30, 2020 at 3:11 am

      5 stars
      Such a great addition to an antipasto platter! I am imagining spreading it on some baguette and then using the oil to flavor our dishes. Thanks!

      Reply
    6. Tammy says

      May 29, 2020 at 11:24 pm

      5 stars
      My gosh what a fabulous idea! This sounds so delicious...perfect addition to my summer appetizer boards! My guests will be so impressed ^_^

      Reply
    7. Jacque Hastert says

      May 27, 2020 at 10:31 am

      5 stars
      This are the perfect late night snack! love that these are just waiting for me in the fridge for when I am craving it.

      Reply
    8. Sean@Diversivore says

      May 25, 2020 at 2:43 pm

      5 stars
      Glad to see the update, and glad to know that it's so good! This is a really interesting idea, and one that I think you could do with a lot of flavours. That being said, these flavours are wonderful - and I have WAY too much rosemary kicking around, so it's perfect for me. Cheers!

      Reply
    9. Gloria says

      May 25, 2020 at 1:35 pm

      5 stars
      Well if it has cheese as an ingredient, I am in. What a great idea as an appetizer for summer parties. It would also make a great food gift too.

      Reply
    10. Kirsten says

      April 22, 2015 at 2:53 pm

      Pam this photo is gorgeous! I love the lighting. I've never had marinated goat cheese, only mozzarella balls, but I think I wanna head to Costco to pick up a large log so I can do this with more to spare!
      Thanks!

      Reply
      • Pam Greer says

        April 23, 2015 at 10:57 am

        That's a great idea - I have a Costco list in the works!

        Reply
    11. Anna says

      December 06, 2008 at 12:37 am

      this looks exquisite. it's just what i feel like for breakfast.

      Reply
    12. Shiloh Prairie Farm says

      November 30, 2008 at 10:58 am

      Thanks for sharing the recipe! I am lucky that I have my own dairy goats and more goat's milk than I know what to do with...so I have been making goat cheese. I will be trying this recipe!

      Reply
    13. Kevin says

      November 29, 2008 at 11:27 pm

      Flavouring goat cheese sounds like a great idea!

      Reply
    14. not quite yet says

      November 30, 2008 at 1:27 am

      I must say that this sounds amazing. I am a broke college student so I love things that can be used in a number of ways. I cant wait to try this recipie and wow my friends and roommates. Thanks!

      Reply
    15. Johnson and Co. says

      November 28, 2008 at 8:48 pm

      This looks so good. Could you use a different type of cheese with it?

      Reply
    16. Johnson and Co. says

      November 28, 2008 at 8:46 pm

      This looks so good. Could you use a different type of cheese with it?

      Reply
    17. Taz says

      November 28, 2008 at 11:42 am

      Yummy! I luurve goat's cheese and I will definitely be trying this! Recently I've been discovering quite a few ways of enjoying chevre (other than lopping off little wedges and sticking them straight in my mouth!) and so in the spirit of sharing, try this for size: a friend of mine introduced me to thin-ish rounds of chevre placed on similiarly thin-ish rounds of bread (from bread rolls sliced like little loaves), drizzled with a little honey and olive oil, then grilled til slightly golden. We had them with salad but I've also floated them in soup like large croutons. Happy chevre-ing!

      Reply
    18. Patricia Scarpin says

      November 28, 2008 at 11:55 am

      Pam, send the jar my way and I'll let you know how good it is! 🙂

      Reply
    19. Bellini Valli says

      November 28, 2008 at 11:43 am

      The marinated cheese would be so pretty for gifts over the holidays as well. Also welcome to the Barefoot Bloggers...it is a fun group:D

      Reply
    20. webhosting says

      November 28, 2008 at 5:14 am

      Give my late wish to you

      Reply
    21. Alicia D says

      November 27, 2008 at 11:13 pm

      I have to send this post to a friend of mine who LOVES herbs! What a cool site!

      Reply
    22. Lydia (The Perfect Pantry) says

      November 28, 2008 at 3:57 am

      It does look lovely. Wish I'd thought to make this before the rosemary in my garden froze!

      Reply
    23. maybelle's mom says

      November 28, 2008 at 3:33 am

      this sounds so nice, especially spreading it on bread.

      Reply
    24. Banana Mama says

      November 27, 2008 at 9:54 pm

      This dish looks and sounds Delish...
      It's a Greek Dish, i make it from time to time, Try it with a toasted crusty Italian bread and Calamata Olives, i am drooling now:)

      Enjoy!

      Reply
    25. Kalyn says

      November 27, 2008 at 8:43 pm

      Lemon. Rosemary. Goat cheese.

      Silly girl, of course this is good!

      (Happy Thanksgiving!)

      Reply
    26. Andrea says

      November 27, 2008 at 7:52 pm

      Sounds delicious!!! Happy Thanksgiving from Canada!! 🙂

      Reply
    27. Terri and Bob says

      November 27, 2008 at 2:16 pm

      oK, i AM ALL ABOUT THIS CHEESE! I think my hubby will be getting this for christmas!

      Reply
    28. Pam says

      November 27, 2008 at 1:49 pm

      This sounds so good. I have some honey chevre that I will use for this recipe!

      Reply
    29. Pearl says

      November 27, 2008 at 5:56 pm

      WOWWW - i've never heard of that! my mom loves rosemary!

      happy thanksgiving!

      Reply
    30. Kathy says

      November 27, 2008 at 4:22 pm

      I can't wait to try this. Happy Thanksgiving from my house to yours.

      Reply
    31. noble pig says

      November 27, 2008 at 4:00 pm

      Looks great, i like scooping out my oils too, works perfectly. Happy Thanksgiving.

      Reply
    32. hip chick says

      November 27, 2008 at 1:54 pm

      Oh my word does that look good! I think I will take my chances and try it out very soon. Yummers!

      Reply

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