Croustillant de Chèvre

Croustillant de Chèvre is a delightful French breakfast dish featuring crispy layers of phyllo pastry filled with creamy goat cheese and fresh herbs. This elegant yet simple recipe offers a perfect start to the day with its rich flavors and satisfying textures.

Ingredients

• Phyllo pastry - 4 sheets
• Goat cheese - 150 grams
• Fresh spinach - 50 grams
• Fresh thyme - 1 tablespoon, chopped
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Egg - 1, for egg wash

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
2. In a mixing bowl, combine the goat cheese, fresh spinach, chopped thyme, salt, and black pepper until well mixed.
3. Lay one sheet of phyllo pastry on a clean surface and brush it lightly with olive oil.
4. Place another sheet of phyllo on top and brush it with olive oil again.
5. Spoon a portion of the goat cheese mixture onto one end of the phyllo, leaving a small border around the edges.
6. Fold the sides of the phyllo over the filling and roll it up tightly to form a log shape.
7. Repeat the process with the remaining phyllo sheets and filling to create two rolls.
8. Place the rolls seam-side down on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
9. Beat the egg and brush it over the tops of the phyllo rolls for a golden finish.
10. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until the pastry is crispy and golden brown.
11. Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 10 g
• Carbs: 30 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 400 mg
• Cholesterol: 50 mg
• Total Fat: 22 g
• Saturated Fat: 9 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in protein from goat cheese, supporting muscle health.
• Contains fresh spinach, which is high in vitamins A and C, promoting overall health.

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