Baked Goat Cheese with Tomato Sauce Recipe

Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.

In a medium saucepan, warm the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion and sauté for 3 minutes.

Add the garlic, red pepper flakes, 1 tablespoon of fresh basil, and oregano, and sauté for 1 minute.

Add the white wine vinegar and sauté for 1 minute, then carefully add the tomatoes, salt, and several grinds of black pepper. Reduce the heat, cover, and allow the mixture to simmer, lightly bubbling, for 10 minutes. Taste and adjust seasonings as desired.

Spoon the tomato sauce into shallow baking dishes or ramekins, then add dollops of goat cheese. Bake for about 15 minutes, until the cheese is warmed through. If desired, broil for a minute or two to brown the top of the cheese.

Let the dip cool for a few minutes, then top with the remaining 1 teaspoon of fresh basil, and a light drizzle of olive oil. Serve warm, with crusty bread on the side.