Rediscover cottage cheese in a whole new light with this remarkably creamy and airy whipped mousse! The combination of whipped cheese, honey-roasted peaches, and the subtle scent of thyme creates a chic, high-protein snack, or even an original appetizer for summer entertaining. Served on good bakery bread, it transforms into a complete lunch that rivals the best bistro tartines.
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Ingredients
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250 ml (1 cup) cottage cheese (2% M.F.)
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2 fresh peaches, pitted and cut into wedges
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15 ml (1 tbsp) honey (or maple syrup)
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About ten unsalted pistachios, shelled and coarsely chopped
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A pinch of thyme leaves (fresh or dried)
To serve
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2 slices of sourdough or whole grain bread
Preparation
- Place the cottage cheese in the bowl of a small food processor or blender. Blend on high power for 1 to 2 minutes, until the texture becomes completely smooth, silky, and airy, with no lumps. Refrigerate.
- Heat a non-stick pan over medium-high heat. Lightly spray with oil. Place the peach wedges and roast them for about 2 to 3 minutes on each side, until they are slightly caramelized. Add the thyme.
- During the last minute of cooking, pour half the honey directly into the pan over the peaches, then remove from the heat.
- Grill the slices of sourdough bread (or baguette) in the toaster or oven.
- To serve, spread the whipped cottage cheese mousse onto a large plate (or directly onto the toasted bread slices).
- Harmoniously arrange the warm peach wedges on the cheese, then garnish with the remaining honey and the chopped pistachios.
- Serve immediately with the crispy bread.
Notes
Keeps 3-4 days in the refrigerator. For best results, store the mousse and peaches separately, then reheat the peaches before serving.
