Fig and Goat Cheese Spread

Ingredients

Dried figs

1 cup

Goat cheese, softened

8 ounces

Honey

2 tablespoons

Lemon juice

1 tablespoon

Fresh thyme, chopped

1 tablespoon

Walnuts, chopped

1/3 cup

Crackers or artisanal bread

for serving

Fresh thyme sprigs, for garnish

a few

Instructions

1. Begin by soaking the dried figs in warm water for about 10 minutes to soften them. Once softened, drain the figs, remove the stems, and chop them into small pieces.
2. In a medium mixing bowl, combine the softened goat cheese, honey, and lemon juice. Using a hand mixer or a spatula, mix until the mixture is smooth and creamy, achieving a fluffy texture.
3. Gently fold in the chopped figs, chopped walnuts, and fresh thyme into the goat cheese mixture until everything is evenly combined. Taste the spread and adjust the sweetness with additional honey if desired.
4. Transfer the fig and goat cheese spread to a serving dish, smoothing the top with a spatula for an elegant presentation.
5. Serve alongside an assortment of crackers or slices of crusty bread, and garnish with a few sprigs of fresh thyme for added visual appeal.