Breaking Cycles: Jessica Good on Reparenting, Emotional Growth + Spicy Goat Cheese Dip
Hosted by: Reesa Morala, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist.
In this insightful episode, Jessica Good, LPC, EMDR Certified Therapist™, and mom of one, joins Reesa Morala, LMFT, to explore the journey of reparenting while raising a child. Jessica opens up about her recovery from an emotionally immature upbringing, sharing the grief, yearning, and determination to break generational cycles and create a healthier family dynamic.
As they discuss emotional healing, parenting strategies, and personal growth, Jessica also shares her recipe for Spicy Baked Goat Cheese Dip—a flavorful dish that’s sure to be a hit at family gatherings.
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Spicy Baked Goat Cheese Dip
Ingredients:
1 Baguette (French or Italian)
4 Tablespoons Olive Oil
2-3 garlic cloves
1 jar of Arrabiata sauce OR a jar of red pasta sauce and some red pepper flakes
1 goat cheese log (at least 4 oz), can be substituted for Boursin cheese if someone hates goat cheese
Fresh basil (optional)
Instructions:
Preheat oven to 350 degrees
Pour 4 tablespoons of olive oil into a small bowl
Mince 2-3 cloves of garlic (can substitute for a couple spoonful's of canned garlic if you're in a rush)
Add garlic to olive oil, stir it around, set to the side
Line baking sheet with parchment paper (for easy clean up)
Cut baguette into 1/2 inch slices
Place baguettes onto the baking sheet and brush with the garlic olive oil
Place in the oven and cook for approximately 15 minutes
Place baguette to the side to cool
Turn oven up to 400 degrees
Pour Arrabiata sauce or pasta sauce into the dish until there's approximately 1.5 - 2inches of sauce in the dish.
If using basic red pasta sauce, add red pepper flakes to taste.
Slice goat cheese into approximately 2 inch sections and place into the sauce. For Boursin cheese take 2 inch hunks and place them in the sauce.
Bake at 400 degrees until the sauce is bubbling and the cheese is becoming gooey (approximately 15 - 20 minutes)
Wash basil, roll the leaves, and slice into thin strips
Garnish the finished dip with the basil leaves and serve hot with the crostini.
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