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Marinated Cheese Recipe

Delicious Marinated Cheese Recipe with Sun-Dried Tomatoes and Herbs

This Marinated Cheese Recipe is a delightful blend of flavors, perfect for gatherings or a savory snack.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Additional Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 16 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 147

Ingredients
  

Cheese
  • 8 ounces medium cheddar cheese block
  • 8 ounces cream cheese block
Marinade
  • 3 ounces oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes
  • 3 cloves garlic finely minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley finely chopped
  • 2 teaspoons fresh oregano finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 1 pinch crushed red pepper flakes
  • ½ cup extra virgin olive oil
  • ¼ cup white wine vinegar or red wine vinegar

Equipment

  • knife
  • Serving Dish
  • Bowl
  • whisk
  • Refrigerator

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Using a sharp knife, cut the block of cheddar in half lengthwise. Cut each half into ¼-inch-thick slices to make squares of the cheese. Repeat with the cream cheese.
  2. Place the squares of cheese in a serving dish that is at least 1-inch deep, alternating the cheddar and cream cheeses.
  3. Finely chop the sun-dried tomatoes and finely mince the garlic. Add to a bowl along with the remaining ingredients. Whisk to thoroughly combine.
  4. Pour the marinade over the cheeses, spreading the tomatoes and herbs evenly over the top. Cover and refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight.
  5. Serve the cheeses in the dish you marinated them in or transfer to a serving platter, making sure to spoon the marinade over the top. Serve with crackers.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 147kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 6gFat: 12gSodium: 207mgFiber: 0.5gSugar: 1g

Notes

Feel free to swap out the cheeses based on your preference, like smoked gouda or herbed feta. For an extra kick, add roasted peppers or olives.

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