Cherry Compote Over Goat Cheese - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 lb sweet cherries, pitted (Bing work well)
2 tablespoons light brown sugar
2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar
1/4 teaspoon minced fresh thyme
4 ounces goat cheese

Preparation

Cook cherries and sugar over medium-high heat in a skillet, stirring occasionally, for approx 4 minutes.
Sprinkle in vinegar and thyme and cook 1 more minute.
Slice goat cheese into 4 rounds, top each with warm compote.
Note: Compote may be made ahead of time and refrigerated for up to 3 days.