Walnut & Fig Goat Cheese Log

Name: Walnut & Fig Goat Cheese Log
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 1-1/3 cups.
Ingredients: 2 logs (4 ounces each) fresh goat cheese; 8 dried figs, finely chopped; 1/2 cup finely chopped walnuts, toasted, divided; 3/4 teaspoon pepper; 1 tablespoon honey, optional; Assorted crackers

Here's a simple spread that calls for only a handful of ingredients. The tablespoon of honey is optional, but I think that touch of sweetness nicely complements the tang of the goat cheese. —Ana-Marie Correll, Hollister, California

Ingredients

2 logs (4 ounces each) fresh goat cheese
8 dried figs, finely chopped
1/2 cup finely chopped walnuts, toasted, divided
3/4 teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon honey, optional
Assorted crackers

Directions

In a small bowl, crumble cheese. Stir in figs, 1/4 cup walnuts, pepper and, if desired, honey. Shape mixture into a log, about 6 in. long. Roll in remaining walnuts. Refrigerate 4 hours or overnight. Serve with crackers.