If you are a fan of blueberries and goat cheese, then this is for you! The log itself comes together very quickly, but needs to chill. The only time involved is in letting the balsamic-blueberry sauce cook on the stove. The recipe came from a cookbook from the library called, Great Balls of Cheese. The recipe itself makes enough for about 12-15 people, something I did not notice until I had made it. I made two logs, instead of one and have been sharing the logs with family, receiving rave reviews. I will definitely be making this again.
In a bowl, combine 6 oz. goat cheese and 8 oz. cream cheese, softened.
Add 1 cup fresh blueberries
Add 1 tsp. sugar
Add 1/4 tsp. salt
Fold together or use a hand mixer to combine
Put onto plastic wrap and press down to make a log
I made two. Put in fridge to chill for at least two hours or overnight
Meanwhile, toast 1 cup chopped pecans
To make the sauce: Add 1 cup sugar to saucepan
Add 1/2 cup blueberries
Add 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
Simmer until mixture is reduced by half, approximately 30 minutes
Mine took a little longer - probably 40-45 minutes
At this point, the sauce can be stored in a container at room temperature
When ready to serve, roll the log in the pecans. Then spoon the sauce over the log. Serve with assorted crackers and/or baguette slices. I took half a roll to a picnic and then served another one the next day. Tasty!
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