Balsamic Goat Cheese Grilled Plums

# What You'll Need:

→ Plums

01 - 4 ripe but firm plums, halved and pitted

02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil

→ Cheese & Garnish

03 - 3.5 ounces fresh goat cheese, softened

04 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint or basil, optional

05 - Freshly ground black pepper to taste

→ Balsamic Glaze

06 - 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar

07 - 1 tablespoon honey

# How To Make It:

01 - Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.

02 - Brush the cut sides of the plum halves with olive oil.

03 - Place the plums cut side down on the grill. Grill for 3 to 4 minutes until grill marks appear and the fruit softens slightly. Flip and grill for another 2 to 3 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.

04 - In a small saucepan, combine balsamic vinegar and honey. Bring to a gentle boil over medium heat, then reduce to a simmer. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mixture thickens to a syrupy consistency. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.

05 - Arrange grilled plums on a platter, cut side up. Spoon or pipe a dollop of goat cheese onto each half.

06 - Drizzle with the balsamic glaze. Sprinkle with fresh mint or basil and a touch of black pepper, if desired. Serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

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It takes less than 20 minutes but tastes like you spent all afternoon in the kitchen.
The contrast between warm caramelized fruit and cool tangy cheese is quietly addictive.
You can serve it as an appetizer, a side, or even a grown-up dessert without changing a thing.
It uses just a handful of ingredients you probably already have around.

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Don't skip the oil on the plums or they'll stick to the grill and tear when you try to flip them.
Let the balsamic glaze cool for a minute before drizzling, it thickens as it cools and will coat the plums more evenly.
If your goat cheese is too firm, leave it at room temperature for 15 minutes or microwave it for 5 seconds to soften.

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