# Marinated Cheese

A classic retro appetizer featuring alternating slices of cheddar and cream cheese marinated in a zesty herb and vinegar dressing.

- Category: Appetizer
- Diet: vegetarian
- Language: en

## 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

## Instructions

1. Combine 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. Cut Cheddar block in half lengthwise, then cut crosswise into 1/4-inch slices to form squares; repeat with the cream cheese.
3. Arrange 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. To serve, transfer slices to a serving platter maintaining the alternating pattern and spoon extra marinade over the top.

## Equipment

- jar
- shallow baking dish
- serving platter

## Tips

- You can arrange the cheese in a single row or in two parallel rows, depending on the size of your dish.

## Source

- Original video: https://www.instagram.com/reel/Dc3co-piVQt/?igsi=MTN0MDE2M3VmYWc1bQ==
- Creator: Allrecipes
- Recipe page: https://www.cliprecipe.com/recipe/ce6e7ec1-0674-4d87-a8bd-a2a519d18b8f
- Extracted: 2026-09-05

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