1Combine oil, vinegar, pimento, parsley, green onions, garlic, sugar, basil, salt, and pepper in a jar with a tight-fitting lid, then seal the jar and shake vigorously to blend.
2Cut Cheddar block in half lengthwise, then cut crosswise into 1/4-inch slices to form squares; repeat with the cream cheese.
3Arrange cheese squares alternately in a shallow baking dish with slices standing on edge, pour the marinade from the jar over the top, cover, and refrigerate for at least 6 hours, or overnight.
4To serve, transfer slices to a serving platter maintaining the alternating pattern and spoon extra marinade over the top.
Ingredients
1/2 cup olive oil
1/2 cup white wine vinegar
2 oz diced pimento
3 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
3 tbsp green onions, minced
3 clove garlic, minced
1 tsp sugar
3/4 tsp dried basil
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp ground black pepper
8 oz cheddar cheese
8 oz cream cheese, cold
Equipment
jarshallow baking dishserving platter
Tips
You can arrange the cheese in a single row or in two parallel rows, depending on the size of your dish.