Marinated Cheese

This marinated cheese made with Cheddar, cream cheese, and an herby vinaigrette is a beautiful and tasty option for special occasions and holiday parties.

• Preparation Time: 20 mins
• Total Time: 20 mins
• Calories: 169 Calories

Ingredients

• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
• 1 (8 ounce) package Cheddar cheese
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1 (2 ounce) bottle diced pimento, drained
• 3 tablespoons minced green onions
• 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, cold
• 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.75 teaspoon dried basil
• 0.5 cup olive oil
• 0.5 cup white wine vinegar

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Combine oil, vinegar, pimento, parsley, green onions, garlic, sugar, basil, salt, and pepper in a jar with a tight-fitting lid. Seal the jar and shake vigorously to blend.

Step 2

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

Step 3

Arrange cheese squares alternately in a shallow baking dish with slices standing on edge. (You can arrange in a single row or in two parallel rows, depending on the size of your dish.) Pour marinade from the jar over top, cover, and refrigerate for at least 6 hours, or overnight.

Step 4

To serve, transfer slices to a serving platter so they are still arranged in an alternating pattern. Spoon some of the extra marinade over top.