Marinated Cheese Recipe
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Marinated Cheese

By: trish555  
"This is a very colorful and tasty appetizer. Because it has such a stunning presentation, it is a great appetizer for the holidays. I take this to every function and gathering we attend - only because everyone else requests it!"

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What to Drink?

Wine Sparkling wine
Prep Time:
20 Min
Ready In:
8 Hrs 20 Min

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Original Recipe Yield 16 servings
 

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup olive oil
  • 1/2 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
  • 3/4 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 (8 ounce) package Cheddar cheese
  • 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, cold

Directions

  1. In a jar with a tight fitting lid, combine the olive oil, wine vinegar, pimento, parsley, green onion, garlic, sugar, basil, salt and pepper. Shake vigorously to blend. Set aside.
  2. Cut the block of Cheddar cheese in half lengthwise. 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 long row, or 2 parallel rows depending on the size of your dish. Pour the marinade from the jar over the cheese slices, cover and refrigerate for at least 6 hours, or overnight.
  3. To serve, remove slices to a serving platter so they are still arranged in an alternating pattern. Spoon some of the extra marinade over the cheese, and serve with crackers.

Nutritional Information open nutritional information

Amount Per Serving  Calories: 169 | Total Fat: 16.3g | Cholesterol: 30mg

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The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 17, 2004 by zoomom 
This is a beautiful appetizer! 2 suggestions for preparation and presentation: spray PAM on... MORE
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Reviewed on Feb. 11, 2005 by SARAH7272 
This was so good. I used a small cookie cutter to cut the cheddar into small stars and... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Oct. 26, 2005 by AMYCMORE 
I make this recipe all the time. My family and friends always ask for it. I use bottled... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 6, 2004 by MONARCH38 
WOW! What an awesome recipe! Excellent! Made exactly as written & served with Triscuit Garden... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Feb. 26, 2007 by Kelly Kaye 
This was great! It had a beautiful presentation; one note is that there is a LOT of marinade... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 25, 2004 by cookingistherapy 
This is an outstanding recipe!! I used soft mozzarella cheese and cheddar cheese--and was it... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 25, 2004 by AMEDLIN 
My husband absolutely loves this recipe. I'm always asked for the recipe! MORE
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Reviewed on Jan. 25, 2004 by DEANA MANFREDI 
I made this for the first time and served it for Easter as an appetizer with crackers. Rave... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 25, 2004 by BUSYMAMA123 
I have made this 6 times now. People request it now! I have used sundried tomatoes in place of... MORE
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Reviewed on Jun. 27, 2004 by NICOLLEO 
This is a great easy recipe. Make sure the cream cheese is super cold before you slice it. ... MORE

 
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