Tomini Elettrici in Salsa Rossa from The Mediterranean Kitchen by Joyce Goldstein

Ingredients

• Pinch cayenne pepper, if needed
• 1 tablespoon dried red pepper flakes (see Note)
• 2 cloves garlic, finely minced (optional)
• ¼ teaspoon freshly ground pepper
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 1½ pounds mild goat cheese, cut into 6 slices
• 1½ cups pureed drained canned plum tomatoes
• ½ cup canned tomato puree
• ⅓ cup red wine vinegar
• ½ cup olive oil