Release inner tension while liberating black pepper's inner fruitiness, perfume, and fresh taste by cracking against a counter or board with the bottom of a pan. Like many seeds, black pepper's best flavor remains locked inside until it's smashed. Place ten peppercorns at a time on a flat, hard surface. Using a small saucepot or small skillet, apply pressure with the heel of your hand to break the seeds a few at a time. Roll logs of goat cheese in this exceptionally fresh seasoning, or use it as you would ground black pepper.