How to Make Marinated Cheese - A Step-by-Step Guide

Cheese lovers, rejoice! This marinated cheese recipe is a simple and delicious way to elevate your cheese platter game. Whether you're hosting a party, having a cozy night in, or just want to add a little bit of gourmet flair to your snacking routine, this marinated cheese is the perfect choice.

Marinated cheese is a versatile dish that can be enjoyed as an appetizer, a snack, or a topping for salads and sandwiches. The combination of creamy, tangy cheese and flavorful herbs and spice...

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Ingredients

  • ½ cup olive oil
  • ½ cup white wine vinegar
  • 1 (2 ounce) bottle diced pimento, drained
  • 3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
  • 3 tablespoons minced green onions
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • ¾ teaspoon dried basil
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 (8 ounce) block Cheddar cheese
  • 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, cold

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Additional Time: 6 hrs
  • Total Time: 6 hrs 20 mins
  • Servings: 16

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

    169 cal.

    • Total Fat: 16g
    • Saturated Fat: 7g
    • Cholesterol: 30mg
    • Sodium: 203mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 1g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 1g
    • Protein: 5g
    • Vitamin C: 5mg
    • Calcium: 117mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 48mg