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 and 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

# Step-by-Step Guide:

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 Tips:

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It feels fancy but takes less time than most side dishes, so youll look effortlessly impressive.
The char from the grill does half the work, coaxing out natural sugars you didnt know were hiding.
Goat cheese and balsamic glaze are a cheat code—they make nearly anything taste like it belongs on a bistro menu.
You can serve it as an appetizer, a dessert, or that weird in between course that makes everyone pause and pay attention.

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Dont walk away from the glaze while it simmers—it can go from glossy to burnt in under a minute.
If your plums are too ripe, they will fall apart on the grill, so err on the side of firmness.
Let the glaze cool for a minute before drizzling; straight from the pan, it will slide right off the fruit.

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