Ingredients
4 logs (4 ounces each) herbed fresh goat cheese1/2 cup all-purpose flour2 eggs, beaten1 cup panko bread crumbs1 teaspoon dried thyme1/2 teaspoon garlic powder1/8 teaspoon kosher salt1/2 cup canola oil1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved1 cup fresh basil leaves1/4 cup balsamic vinegar1 tablespoon pine nuts
Preparation
Freeze cheese for 15 minutes. Unwrap and cut into 1/4-in. slices.
Place flour and eggs in separate shallow bowls. In another shallow bowl, combine the bread crumbs, thyme, garlic powder and salt. Dip cheese slices in the flour, eggs, then bread crumb mixture.
In an electric skillet, heat oil to 375°. Fry cheese slices, a few at a time, for 2-3 minutes on each side or until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.
Garnish each appetizer with a tomato half and basil leaf. Drizzle with vinegar; top with pine nuts. Serve warm.
