I had a few requests for this the other night. It has been one of my go to recipes for years. And I use "my" loosely - as it came from Southern Living. Enjoy!
Marinated Cheese
1/2 Cup Olive Oil
1/2 Cup White Wine Vinegar
3 Tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
3 Tablespoons minced green onions
1 Teaspoon Sugar
3/4 Teaspoon dried basil
1/2 Teaspoon salt
1/2 Teaspoon Pepper
3 Cloves garlic, minced
1 (2 oz) jar diced pimiento, drained
1 block sharp Cheddar cheese, chilled
1 (8oz) package cream cheese
Garnish: fresh parsley sprigs
Combine first 10 ingredients in jar; cover tightly, and shake vigorously. Set aside.
Cut block of Cheddar in half lengthwise. Cut cross-wise into 1/4-inch-thick slices. Repeat procedure with cream cheese. Arrange cheese slices alternately in shallow baking dish, standing on edges. Pour marinade over cheese slices. Cover and marinade for at least 8 hours.
Transfer cheese slices to a serving platter in same alternate fashion, reserving marinade. Spoon marinade over cheese slices. Garnish, if desired. Serve with assorted crackers.
Makes: 12 to 16 appetizer servings
Hint: I like to place cream cheese in freezer for 20 - 30 minutes before slicing.