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Marinated Cheese Plate

Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Course Appetizer

Ingredients
  

  • 3/4 cup olive oil
  • 1/2 cup white wine vinegar
  • 8 oz roasted red peppers, drained and chopped
  • 3 green onions, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 3/4 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 8 oz packages cream cheese, chilled
  • 2 8 oz blocks mozzarella cheese
  • 1 8 oz block cheddar cheese

Instructions
 

  • Place cream cheese in freezer while prepping other ingredients.
  • In a bowl, whisk olive oil, vinegar, red peppers, green onions, garlic, sugar, oregano, salt, and pepper until fully blended.
  • Slice mozzarella, cheddar, and chilled cream cheese into 1/4-inch thick squares.
  • Layer sliced cheeses in an 11x7-inch dish, alternating varieties.
  • Pour the prepared marinade evenly over the cheese.
  • Cover tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 5 hours, or overnight.
  • Serve with crackers, pretzels, or toasted bread.

Notes

Use a sharp knife when slicing the cream cheese to keep the squares neat. Marinate overnight for best flavor.
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