Marinated Cheese

Directions

  1. 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.
  2. 2Cut Cheddar block in half lengthwise, then cut crosswise into 1/4-inch slices to form squares; repeat with the cream cheese.
  3. 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.
  4. 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.