This appetizer is ready in 10 minutes and practically guaranteed to make everyone smile. Boursin is the move since it is well seasoned and packed with flavor, so all you need to worry about is a bit of exterior zhuzhing.
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What you’ll need
Small Skillet
$25 $23 At Amazon
Cutting Board
$10 At IKEA
Chef's Knife
$61 At Amazon
Recipe information
Yield
4–6 servings
Ingredients
Preparation
Step 1
Toast ¼ cup raw pistachios in a dry small skillet over medium heat, tossing occasionally, until golden brown, about 4 minutes. Let cool, then finely chop.
Step 2
Mix pistachios, 1 Tbsp. toasted sesame seeds, a few grinds of freshly ground black pepper, a pinch of crushed red pepper flakes, and a pinch of kosher salt on a plate or in a shallow bowl to combine.
Step 3
Pat one 5.2-oz. package Boursin cheese into a ball and roll in pistachio mixture to coat. Transfer cheese ball to a platter and serve with crostini, crackers, or crudités.
