Ingredients

  • 2 cups grape tomatoes (halved lengthwise)
  • 2 shallots (sliced)
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 goat cheese (4 ounce each)
  • 2 -4 tablespoons balsamic glaze (recipe follows)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (or basil)
  • salt & pepper (to taste)
  • balsamic glaze
  • 1 cup balsamic vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 teaspoon black peppercorns (crushed)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary (chopped)

Method

  • Preheat oven to 450F.
  • Toss halved tomatoes & sliced shallots with olive oil.
  • Arrange in a single layer on parchment paper on a sheet pan.
  • Roast in centre of oven for about 10 minutes or until it begins to caramelize.
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste and let cool.
  • To make balsamic glaze pour vinegar into a small saucepan and bring to a boil.
  • Lower heat and simmer for 5 minutes.
  • Stir in remaining ingredients and simmer for 2-3 minutes.
  • Cool and strain into a covered container and place in a cool, dark cupboard where it will keep indefinitely.
  • Makes 1/2 a cup.
  • To serve place cheese logs on a dish.
  • Top with tomatoes, even warm if you so choose.
  • Drizzle with balsamic glaze.
  • Garnish with herbs.
  • Serve with toasted baguette slices or crackers.