Who would have thought to marinate cheese? Certainly not me, a self-professed cheese lover! But a surprising discovery in one of my old cookbooks (Yes, I'm that person who reads cookbooks like novels) led me to this unique recipe.

This appetizer recipe (adapted from the lovely folks at Southern Living) looks complicated, but it is easy and is always the "big cheese" at any party. Instead of pimentos as indicated in the original recipe, I substituted our Pretty Peppers. Oh my, the sweetness of the peppers and the savory ingredients complement the cheese perfectly.

This recipe is perfect for a crowd and is best if made the day before. The presentation with all the colors is delightful!

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Ingredients

1/2 cup Olive Oil
1/2 cup white wine vinegar
3 Tablespoons (Tbsp) chopped fresh parsley
3 Tablespoons (Tbsp) minced green onions
1 teaspoon (tsp) sugar
3/4 teaspoon (tsp) dried basil
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
1 garlic clove, finely minced
3 Tablespoons (Tbsp) Cherchies® Garlic Seasoning
1/3 jar of Cherchies® Pretty Peppers, drained
1 5 1/2 x 2 1-inch block sharp Cheddar cheese (8 oz.), chilled
1 (8oz.) package of cream cheese, chilled

Preparation

Add the first ten ingredients to a resealable container and shake to combine. Set aside.

Slice the block of cream cheese in half vertically and then into 1/4-inch chunks. Do the same with the cheddar cheese. Stack them on their sides as pictured below in a shallow pan.