Goat Cheese-And-Olive Pinwheels
"First, let me say that I am NOT a goat cheese fan. So I have not tasted these (which is a cardinal sin for a cook). However, I overlook my own distastes in the interest of others sometimes (in this case, my boyfriend). We will have to take his word that these make a tasty and impressive appetizer. Served on a bed of mixed greens or fresh basil, they make an attractive presentation."
- Ready In:
- 20mins
- Ingredients:
- 7
- Serves:
-
8
ingredients
- 1⁄2 cup pitted black olives, preferably Kalamata
- 2 teaspoons olive oil
- 2 (8 3/4 inch) spinach tortillas
- 2 (8 3/4 inch) tomato tortillas
- 3⁄4 cup fresh basil leaf
- 1 cup roasted red pepper, drained, halved lengthwise, and patted dry
- 4 ounces goat cheese, crumbled (about 1 cup)
directions
- In food processor, puree olives and oil. Spread each wrap with about 1 T. olive mixture, leaving 1/2-inch border around edge.
- Top with single layer of basil, then peppers and cheese. Roll up jellyroll style. Place wraps seam-side down on surface; cut into 1-inch wide pieces on the diagonal.
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RECIPE SUBMITTED BY
JackieOhNo!
Stormville, New York
I didn't start cooking until my early 20's, even though I come from a family of accomplished and admired home cooks. While I grew up watching my Italian grandmother in the kitchen, I remained uninterested in trying anything on my own. As a young lady, I was known for being particularly ignorant in the kitchen, with no idea how to even make a hot dog! All this changed, however, when I got engaged. I realized it was time to let my inherent talents out of the bag. At the time, the New York Times had a weekly column called The 60-Minute Gourmet by Pierre Franey. Each week, I would follow these recipes diligently, and taught myself to cook that way. From there, I began to read cookbooks and consult with relatives on family recipes. At my ripe old age now, I feel I know enough to put together a very pleasing meal and have become accomplished in my own right. Having an Irish father and an Italian mother, I'm glad I inherited the cooking gene (and the drinking one too!). One thing I have learned is that simpler is always better! I always believe cooking fills a need to nurture and show love. After being widowed fairly young and living alone with my dog and cats, I stopped cooking for awhile, since I really had no one to cook for. I made care packages for my grown son occasionally, and like to cook weekly for my boyfriend, so I feel like I am truly back in the saddle!!
