Betesga Kitchen · Episode 02
Nisa Cheese with Honey and Walnuts
Three flavours, one irresistible combination. A simple appetiser that turns small moments into something special.
SERVES 4 · ABOUT 15 MINUTES · EASY
A combination worth discovering
The perfect balance of character, sweetness and crunch.
The distinctive flavour of Nisa cheese meets the sweetness of honey and the crunch of lightly toasted walnuts.
Served on small slices of rustic bread, these ingredients create an elegant yet uncomplicated appetiser, perfect for sharing.
From our shop to your table.
Before you begin
Ingredients
- 1 big Nisa cheese
- 8 small slices of rustic bread
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 40 g walnut kernels
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- Fresh thyme, optional
- Freshly ground black pepper, optional
Adjust the amount of cheese to the size of the wheel and the thickness of the slices.
The Betesga touch
Simple, yet full of character.
The bread is served warm, the walnuts lightly toasted and the cheese keeps its original texture, without needing to go in the oven.
The stars of this recipe
Three flavours. One special combination.
The character of Nisa cheese, the sweetness of honey and the crunch of walnuts. Three ingredients that complement one another beautifully.
01 · Character
Large Nisa Cheese
A mature sheep's milk cheese with a distinctive flavour. Thinly sliced, it is the star of this appetiser.
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02 · Sweetness
Honey of Your Choice
A drizzle of honey adds a gentle sweetness, creating a delicious contrast with the cheese's rich flavour.
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03 · Crunch
Walnut Kernels
Lightly toasted walnuts develop a richer aroma and bring a satisfying crunch to every slice.
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Betesga Kitchen · Episode 02
Small gestures. Wonderful flavours.
Five steps to prepare an appetiser that brings together the character of Nisa cheese, the sweetness of honey and the crunch of walnuts.
01
Toast the bread
Preheat the oven to 190 °C. Arrange the eight slices of rustic bread on a baking tray, brush lightly with olive oil and bake for approximately 5 to 7 minutes until golden and crisp. Watch carefully to prevent burning.
02
Toast the walnuts
Roughly break up the walnut kernels. Place them in a dry frying pan over medium-low heat for approximately 2 to 4 minutes, stirring frequently. Remove from the heat when fragrant.
03
Slice the Nisa cheese
Cut the large Nisa cheese into at least eight thin slices, from one side of the wheel to the other. Adjust the thickness to suit the toast. The cheese does not need to go in the oven.
04
Assemble the toasts
Remove the bread from the oven and arrange the cheese slices on top while the toast is still warm. The contrast between crisp bread and mature cheese is the foundation of this appetiser.
05
Finish and serve
Drizzle a little honey over each toast and add the lightly toasted walnuts. Finish with fresh thyme and a pinch of black pepper, if desired. Serve immediately.
The Betesga touch
It's all about balance.
Honey complements the character of Nisa cheese, while walnuts add aroma and texture. Warm bread brings everything together in a small celebration of Portuguese flavours.
Serving suggestion
For fuller flavour, take only the amount of cheese needed out of the fridge a little before serving, while following the storage instructions on the packaging.
Allergen information
This recipe contains milk and tree nuts. The bread may contain gluten and other allergens. Always check the labels of the ingredients used.
Betesga Kitchen · Episode 02
The best traditions live in the little moments.
A slice of bread, the character of Portuguese cheese, the sweetness of honey and the crunch of walnuts.
Sometimes, the simplest ingredients create the most memorable moments around the table. This is the spirit of Betesga Kitchen: discovering, sharing and preserving flavours.
From our shop to your table.
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