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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.
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Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 8-oz block sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 8-oz pkg cream cheese
Marinade:
- ½ cup olive oil
- ⅓ 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
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ 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 ¼"-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.
*Nutrition information is automatically calculated based on ingredient data and should be considered an estimate. When multiple ingredient options are provided, the first listed is used for calculation. Optional ingredients and garnishes are not included in the nutrition analysis.