GRILLED PESTO BREADSTICKS WITH GOAT CHEESE PESTO SPREAD

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GRILLED PESTO BREADSTICKS WITH GOAT CHEESE PESTO SPREAD image

Categories     Bread     Cheese     Appetizer     Vegetarian     Kid-Friendly

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 4

-11 ounces soft fresh goat cheese (such as Montrachet) room temperature
-two 7 ounce containers prepared pesto
-one 1 lb french bread baguette, or country loaf cut into 6 inch lengths
-1/4 cup olive oil

Steps:

  • Puree goat cheese in processor. Mix in 7 ounces pesto. Transfer to medium bowl. (Can be made one day ahead, bring to room temperature before serving). Prepare barbecue (medium-high heat). Halve each bread piece lengthwise, then cut each half lengthwise into 1 1/4 inch wide strips. Combine 7 ounces pesto and oil in small bowl. Brush bread with pesto mixture. Grill until brow, about 45 seconds per side. Serve with cheese spread.

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