This marinated cheese recipe is the perfect appetizer! Marinated in the most decadent ingredients, this cheese soaks up the flavor the longer it marinates! Serve with your favorite crackers or celery!
Like most of you, we have get-togethers with our friends and family at least once a month here at Mason Manor! And when it comes to hosting, you need good drinks, like this champagne cocktail and apple martini, and some amazing appetizers! This recipe has to be one of my ALL-time favorite appetizers! EVER!
My mom introduced me to this recipe years ago. When she told me the ingredients, I wasn't too overly excited but she told me to just wait and try a bite after it finished marinating. I'm used to marinating a variety of foods, but I'd never thought to marinate cheese! Man...was I missing out! Let me tell you, this Marinated Cheese appetizer is fantastic!
And it's SO easy to make! You literally slice and stack the two types of cheese, mix the marinade ingredients together, shake well and pour over the cheese. Cover with saran wrap and let it marinate in the refrigerator for 8 hours and then you're ready to serve!
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I hardly ever eat cheese anymore but this one is so good so I splurge when I make this recipe. Or when my mom makes this recipe; yep I still enjoy when my momma makes me yummy food! Cheese has a lot of protein and good fats so I dive into this dish without hesitation. Plus, the marinade is olive oil based...I love olive oil and it's so good for you!! Heart health!!
This marinated cheese is really pretty too! Just look at it! It's perfect this time of year for the holiday season. The red, green and white scream holiday colors - so people will flock to this appetizer! You can serve this Marinated Cheese with celery, crackers or french baguettes. When I ask people what I can bring to their house for gatherings, they always say, "Bring your marinated cheese!!" So this one is absolutely worth repeating!
Did I mention that I cater here at Recipes Worth Repeating? When clients look at my website to put their menus together, I almost always get a request for this appetizer. People love this recipe and it gets rave reviews from my clients! If you're looking for additional appetizer recipes, check out these other client favorites like my Garlic Mayo Chicken Baguettes with Gruyère, Bourbon Caramel Popcorn and my Basil Strawberry and Cream Cheese Appetizer!
You guys are going to love this one! I'm excited for you to try it, especially since we are in the middle of the holiday season! Merry Christmas friends and enjoy!
Marinated Cheese
Ingredients
- ½ cup olive oil
- ½ cup white wine vinegar
- 3 Tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- 3 Tablespoons minced green onions
- ¾ teaspoons dried basil
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon freshly ground pepper
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 2 ounce jar jar diced pimiento, drained
- 8 ounces block of Sharp Cheddar Cheese
- 8 ounce package of cream cheese
Instructions
- Combine first 9 ingredients in a jar, cover tightly, and share vigorously. Set aside.
- Cut cheddar cheese in half-length wise, then cut crosswise into ¼ inch slices. Set aside. Repeat with cream cheese.
- Arrange cheese slices alternating in a shallow baking dish, standing slices on edges.
- Pour marinade over cheese slices, cover and marinate in fridge at least 8 hours.
- Serve with your favorite crackers, celery or french baguette!
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Ruth
Quick question: When you are ready to serve, do you transfer it to another dish, or use the dish you used for a marinade? I know we can't let it marinade for more than 8 hours, but can we make it a day ahead, remove it from the marinade dish, and keep it in the fridge until ready to serve? Thank you!
Amanda Mason
Hi Ruth - the answer is...it depends! A lot of times, I just serve it from the dish I marinated it in. But, if the dish you marinated it in isn't pretty or the marinade looks unappealing, I'll serve it on a new platter and place it nice and pretty. It's really about preference! Yes, you can make it ahead of time, remove it from the marinade dish and then keep it in the fridge until you are ready to serve. If you do this, I'd set it out 30 minutes at room temperature before serving so the remaining marinade liquifies a bit more.
Tina Felizzi
Hi!! I made this yesterday for thanksgiving and it was a HUGE hit. I am now making it again for another party. My question is…can I let it marinate overnight? Or should I just make it early in the morning? TAI
Amanda Mason
So glad it was a huge hit!! I would not marinate it overnight because the oil will become solid. I personally feel like when it liquifies again, it's a bit off. It's best fresh 🙂 I would just make it early in the morning if I were in a time bind.
Tina Felizzi
Ok sounds good!! Thanks for the quick response. I’m glad I asked. I’ll be making this tomorrow morning and it won’t last long at the party, lol
Amanda Mason
Enjoy and let me know how it turns out!!!!
Juyali
I'm a huge fan of marinated cheese recipes, and this one blew me away. Very unique. And delicious! 🙂
Amanda Mason
So glad you loved it!!
retta morton
easy and looks delicious thanks
Amanda Mason
So glad you loved this!
PJ
Served this at an office party and it was consumed well before the party ended. All the compliments and requests for the recipe is a very good indicator that it's definitely worth repeating.
Amanda Mason
I am SO glad to read this comment today! So glad everyone loved it and yes, it's a super delicious recipe that everyone loves!
Rhonda Lucich
Had this at a party recently, and it was delicious!!
Amanda Mason
So glad it was a hit and that everyone loved it!
Kathy Hopewell
Every time I take this recipe to get-togethers, I’m asked to bring it again or to share the recipe! It’s definitely a crowd-pleaser.
Amanda Mason
I am so glad to hear it's loved by so many! Yes - it's a fabulous recipe! I totally agree!!!
Joanie
How long will it be good in the fridge?
Amanda Mason
2-3 days.