Fig, Walnut, & Goat Cheese Sweet Potato Rounds
Ingredients
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1 chai tea bag
- 1 teaspoon granulated sugar optional
- 1/3 cup diced dried mission figs about 6 whole
- 1 1- pound sweet potato
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Kosher salt
- 4 ounces goat cheese softened
- 1/4 cup finely chopped walnuts
- Black pepper optional
Instructions
- Steep tea bag in boiling water for 4 minutes.
- Remove tea bag, add sugar, and stir to dissolve.
- Add diced figs to tea, and set aside for 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 425°F.
- Slice potatoes widthwise into ¼” round slices.
- Lightly brush both sides with olive oil and place on foil-lined baking sheet
- Bake for 12 minutes; flip and season with salt.
- Bake for 12 more minutes.
- After 30 minutes strain tea, saving figs and discarding (or drinking) the tea.
- Combine goat cheese and figs in a small bowl, stirring well.
- Top sweet potato rounds with a small scoop of goat cheese mixture, and spread evenly.
- Sprinkle with walnuts, and season with black pepper, if desired.
Notes
The sugar adds a small amount of sweetness to the figs but can be omitted.
For those who prefer even more sweetness, the finished product can be topped with a drizzle of honey.
For those who prefer even more sweetness, the finished product can be topped with a drizzle of honey.