How to Make the Best Marinated Cheese
This marinated cheese, made with sharp Cheddar and soft cream cheese, all bathed in a zesty vinaigrette, is an eye-catching, mouth-watering appetizer. Whether you're setting up for a casual tailgating event or hosting a swanky soirée, this cheese appetizer fits the bill perfectly. Trust me, it’s always a crowd-pleaser.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 8 hours 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 8-oz block sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 8-oz pkg cream cheese
Marinade:
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 1/3 cup white wine vinegar
- 3 Tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- 3 Tablespoons chopped fresh basil
- 3 Tablespoons minced green onions
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 2-oz jar diced pimentos, drained
- 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
Instructions
- Combine all marinade ingredients in a jar; cover tightly and shake vigorously. Set aside.
- Make sure cheeses are well-chilled (you can put them in the freezer for about 10-20 minutes). Cut block of cheddar in half lengthwise; then cut crosswise into 1/4"-thick slices. Set aside. Cut the cream cheese, following the same procedure. Arrange cheese slices alternately in a shallow baking dish, standing slices on ends. Pour marinade over cheese slices. Cover and refrigerate at least eight hours or overnight.
- To serve, transfer cheese slices, with a large spatula, to a serving platter in the same alternating pattern. Spoon marinade over the cheese. Serve with assorted crackers.
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