Ingredients:
- Garlic cloves, grated
- 1 TBSP Olive Oil
- 1 Fungitarian Marinara Pouch
- 1/3 C Roasted red peppers, chopped
- 1 (15 oz) Can Crushed Fire Roasted Tomatoes
- 8 oz. goat cheese, softened to room temperature
- 4 oz. cream cheese, softened to room temperature
- 2 Sprigs of thyme
- Salt & Freshly cracked pepper
- Baguette or other bread of choice, sliced
Instructions:
- Prepare the oven and bread: Preheat the oven to 400°F. Arrange baguette slices on a baking sheet and toast for 10 minutes.
- Make the cheese base: In a bowl, combine goat cheese and cream cheese. Mix until smooth and shape into a log or circle.
- Cook the sauce: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté until fragrant (about 1 minute). Add roasted red peppers and crushed tomatoes, stirring for 3 minutes.
- Add mushrooms: Stir in the Fungitarian Marinara pouch and heat for an additional 2 minutes. Season with salt and freshly cracked pepper.
- Assemble the dish: Transfer the sauce mixture to a baking dish. Place the cheese mixture in the center of the dish and sprinkle with thyme.
- Bake: Bake for 15-18 minutes, until the cheese is warm and slightly golden.
- Serve: Serve immediately with toasted baguette slices or crostini for dipping.