Candy Cane Beet & Goat Cheese Board

Candy Cane Beet & Goat Cheese Board

This festive and easy appetizer is a colorful addition to any holiday spread. If you can find precooked beets, they help turn the beets once halfway through to prevent mustiness. Transfer the beets to a cutting board. When cooked on a baking sheet, with the cheese mixture placed side by side on a serving platter. For a lighter way to serve, place slices on a cutting board. When cooked on a serving platter, with side on a serving platter.

Prep Time: 10 mins Total Time: 25 mins Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 3 medium beets, rinsed (about 1 pound)
• 1 8-ounce log goat cheese
• 1/4 teaspoon flaky sea salt
• 2 tablespoons chopped candied pecans
• 1 tablespoon honey

Preparation

• In an air fryer dish, add enough water to cover the bottom of the dish. Cover the beets with paper towels and bake the beets until slightly firm, about 10 minutes. Let cool.

• Meanwhile, to air slicing, place goat cheese in freezer until it’s slightly firm, about 10 minutes. Cut the goat cheese into 1/2-inch thick slices, about 16 pieces.

• Single 2 slices of beet followed by 2 slices goat cheese on each of the serving platter. For a lighter way to serve, place slices on a serving platter. For a lighter way to serve, place slices on a serving platter with chopped pecans and a drizzle of honey. Sprinkle with sea salt and drizzle of honey. Serve warm or at room temperature. Prepare ahead: Drip 1) and goat cheese (Step 2) and refrigerate separately for up to 1 day. When ready to serve, let the dip come to room temperature. Proceed with Step 3.