Marinated Cheese

By Pshirley

Ingredients

• 1/2 c. olive oil
• 1/4 c. white wine vinegar
• 1-2 jar pimentos, drained
• 3 T. parsley chopped
• 3 T minced green onion
• 1 t. sugar
• 3/4 t. dried basil
• 1/2 t. salt
• 3 cloves garlic minced
• 8 oz. cream cheese, chilled
• 8 oz. cheddar cheese chilled

Preparation

Step 1

Combine olive oil, vinegar, pimento, parsley, onion, sugar, basil, salt, pepper and garlic in a jar. Cover tightly and shake vigorously until well combined. Cut cheddar in half lengthwise and slice into squares (like square checkers). Repeat with cream chesse. Arrange slices alternatley in a shallow dish standing on edge. Pour marinade over cheese and refrigerate 8 hours. Transfer to serving platter. Spoon marinade over top and serve with crackers.