Chefs' Recipes

Hugh Wennerbom's goat's curd and tomato

A simple, lovely starter that celebrates the best of tomato season.

Nov 18, 2019 3:00am
By Hugh Wennerbom
  • 10 mins preparation
  • Serves 4 - 6
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"We make our own cheese each week and goat's curd is the simplest," says Hugh Wennerbom. "It makes this a simple, lovely starter."

Ingredients

  • 250 gm sweet cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 2 thyme sprigs, leaves and flowers picked
  • 1 tbsp torn basil leaves, plus extra whole to serve
  • 1 golden shallot, finely chopped
  • 1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 tsp sherry vinegar
  • 200 gm goat's curd

Method

  • 1
    Combine tomatoes, herbs and shallot in a bowl. Add olive oil and vinegar, season to taste and toss to coat.
  • 2
    Divide goat's curd and tomato mixture among plates, scatter with a few extra basil leaves, season and serve.

Notes

Drink Suggestion: A gewürztraminer blend such as 2017 Mada Blanc.
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Drink suggestion by Hugh Wennerbom

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