Marinated Christmas Cheese
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Marinated Christmas Cheese
Description
Marinated Christmas Cheese features a combination of cheddar and goat cheese cut into cubes and pieces, layered in a vessel to hold the marinade well. The marinade includes extra virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, honey for subtle sweetness, dried herbs like basil and oregano, fresh herbs such as chopped basil, parsley, and dill, garlic, green onions, and roasted red pepper. The cheese is covered with this aromatic mixture and refrigerated for at least six hours, allowing the flavors to meld gently.
The resulting dish offers contrasting textures with firm cheddar and soft goat cheese, both enhanced by the marinade's acidity and herbaceous notes. The balance of savory, sweet, and tangy elements coating the cheese creates a nuanced bite ideal for nibbling.
This marinated cheese is best served chilled with crackers or slices of baguette, making a distinctive addition to holiday appetizer spreads or casual entertaining.
The recipe advises marinating overnight or a minimum of six hours for optimal flavor infusion. Preparing it ahead allows the herbs and spices to fully permeate the cheese.
Ingredients
- 8 ounces cheddar cheese cut into cubes, sharp
- 8 ounces goat cheese cut into pieces
- ½ cup extra virgin olive oil
- ½ cup red wine vinegar
- 2 teaspoons honey
- ½ teaspoon basil dried
- ½ teaspoon oregano dried
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper freshly cracked
- 2 green onion thinly sliced
- 2 garlic minced, cloves
- 3 tablespoons basil chopped, fresh
- 2 tablespoons parsley chopped, fresh
- 1 tablespoon dill chopped, fresh
- 1 roasted red pepper in oil, drained and chopped
Instructions
- Place the cheddar and goat cheese in a large container or plate that has a lip - something that allows you to cover it in the marinade. Alternate the pieces so the cheddar and goat aren’t all in on spot.
- In a bowl, whisk together the olive oil, vinegar, honey, basil, oregano, salt, pepper, green onions, garlic, basil, parsley and dill. Stir in the chopped red peppers.
- Pour the marinade over the cheese. Refrigerate for at least 6 hours, or even overnight. Serve with crackers or baguettes.
Notes
- Marinate the cheese for at least six hours or overnight to develop richer flavors.
- Serve cold with crackers or baguettes to complement the marinated cheese texture and taste.
- Use a container with a lip or plate that can be covered to keep the cheese submerged in the marinade during refrigeration.
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