Baked Goat Cheese and Tomato Dip

June 23, 2014

Today I'm sharing a recipe for a great dip that can be whipped up in no time and is perfect for any party coming your way. It is baked but would be delicious hot or at room temperature (but not cold.) I love the tanginess of the goat cheese with the sweetness of the tomatoes (made a little sweeter by the addition of the tiniest pinch of sugar - you'd be amazed what a pinch of sugar will do for tomatoes!) I served this with cut up veggies and crackers but would gladly eat it with a s

1 T. extra virgin olive oil
1 small onion, diced
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 T. tomato paste
1/4 t. crushed red pepper
1/4 t. sugar
1 (14 1/2 oz.) can petite diced tomatoes
1/4 c. julienned sun dried tomatoes (found in the produce section - not the ones packed in oil)
1/4 c. basil, chopped
1 t. salt
1/2 t. pepper
8 oz. goat cheese at room temperature
8 oz. reduced fat cream cheese at room temperature
Veggies and crackers for serving

Preheat the oven to 350. Spray an 8X8 baking dish with cooking spray and set aside. Add the oil to a medium skillet and heat over medium heat until hot. Add the onion and saute until tender, about 5...
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Nutritions

Calories
207

Sodium
507mg
21% DV

Fat
12g
19% DV

Protein
10g
21% DV

Carbs
14g
4% DV

Fiber
2g
9% DV