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Holiday Marinated Cheese Platter

Irresistible Holiday Marinated Cheese Platter Recipe for Entertaining

This Holiday Marinated Cheese Platter combines scrumptious cheese and herbs for a delightful appetizer.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Additional Marinating Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 16 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 147

Ingredients
  

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

Equipment

  • Sharp knife
  • Serving Dish
  • mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • Refrigerator

Method
 

  1. Using a sharp knife, cut the block of cheddar in half lengthwise. Cut each half into ?-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 customize the cheeses and add your favorite herbs for a personal touch. Utilize any remaining marinade as a dressing for salads or other dishes.

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