Peachy Pecan Appetizer

Warm, melty cheese, sweet salsa, and toasted pecans — it doesn’t get much better than this. This easy appetizer is always a hit at parties and family gatherings, and it comes together in just minutes. The goat cheese and cream cheese make it creamy, while the peach salsa adds a little brightness and the pecans bring in that nutty crunch. Simple, irresistible, and perfect for scooping up with chips or crackers.

Serves: 6–8
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes

Ingredients

·         ¼ cup chopped pecans

·         1 log soft goat cheese (4 oz)

·         3 oz cream cheese, softened

·         1 cup New Canaan Farms Peach Salsa

·         Fresh cilantro or chopped peaches, to garnish

Serve With: Warm pita triangles, crackers, or tortilla chips

Directions

1.    Preheat the oven to 350°F (a toaster oven works too).

2.    In a small frying pan, toast pecans (with or without oil), stirring often until fragrant. Remove to a bowl to cool.

3.    Mix goat cheese and cream cheese together until smooth. Stir in pecans.

4.    Spoon cheese mixture into a small baking dish. Spoon salsa around and over the top.

5.    Bake for 10–15 minutes, until warmed through. Garnish with cilantro or peaches and serve with pita, crackers, or chips.

Other Variations to try…Swap salsa for Bacon Pepper Relish and garnish with crumbled bacon. Try Verde Chili Salsa with pine nuts or walnuts for a fresh twist. Go tropical with Texas Tango Mango Salsa for a fruity variation.