Jul 13 2026
RestaurantsWoodfire RockfordRoasted Red Pepper & Goat Cheese Recipe

Roasted Red Pepper & Goat Cheese Recipe

Inspired by Woodfire Rockford
Time45m
Serves4

Basil pesto sauce, goat cheese, fresh mozzarella, roasted red peppers, artichokes and red onion

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Ingredients

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Pesto Sauce

Method

Pesto Sauce Preparation

  1. 1

    Make the Basil Pesto

    In a food processor, combine fresh basil leaves, pine nuts, grated Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. Pulse until finely chopped.

  2. 2

    Add Olive Oil

    With the processor running, gradually add olive oil until the mixture is smooth and emulsified. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.

Assemble the Dish

  1. 3

    Preheat Oven

    Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

  2. 4

    Layer Ingredients

    In a baking dish, spread a layer of basil pesto sauce on the bottom. Layer slices of fresh mozzarella, followed by crumbled goat cheese, roasted red peppers, quartered artichokes, and thinly sliced red onion.

  3. 5

    Add More Pesto

    Drizzle additional basil pesto sauce over the top of the layered ingredients.

  4. 6

    Bake

    Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

  5. 7

    Serve

    Remove from the oven, allow to cool slightly, then serve warm. Enjoy your Roasted Red Pepper & Goat Cheese dish!

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