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marinated cheese appetizer in a white casserole dish
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Marinated Cheese Tray Appetizer

A marinated cheese appetizer is an easy way to start any party or gathering! These marinated cheese cubes put a southern spin on the appetizer by adding zingy, briny pimento peppers to the mix of herbs, oil, and vinegar.
Prep Time10 minutes
Chill Time2 hours
Total Time2 hours 10 minutes
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: American, Southern
Servings: 30
Calories: 119kcal

Ingredients

  • 8 oz block cheddar cheese cut into thirty ½” slices
  • 8 oz block pepper jack cheese cut into thirty ½” slices
  • 8 oz block cream cheese cut into thirty ½” slices
  • 1/2 cup olive oil
  • 1/2 cup white wine vinegar
  • 1/4 cup minced parsley
  • 1 tbsp minced fresh basil
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 green onion minced
  • 1 2 oz jar diced pimentos drained
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes

Instructions

  • Arrange the cheese slices in a repeating pattern in a large casserole dish until they are all used up; set aside
  • In a mason jar, add the olive oil, white wine vinegar, parsley, basil, garlic, green onion, pimentos, salt, and red pepper flakes and shake to completely mix together
  • Carefully pour the mixture over the cheese, making sure all the pieces get some of the fresh herbs on top
  • Cover with plastic wrap and allow to marinate at least two hours
  • Serve with crackers, bread, or baguette

Notes

  • You can mix and match your cheeses so you are using your favorite varieties.
  • If you don't want the cheese to have a little kick, skip the crushed red pepper flakes and consider subbing the pepper jack for a milder variety like monterey jack.
  • Using fresh herbs is the way to go here. They will give you a better flavor and presentation.

Nutrition

Calories: 119kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 22mg | Sodium: 159mg | Potassium: 32mg | Fiber: 0.1g | Sugar: 0.4g | Vitamin A: 340IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 119mg | Iron: 0.2mg