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Prep Time: 0 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 0 Minutes Servings: 16 |
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You can serve this flavorful cheese on whole wheat crackers, but it's just as good all by itself. It's a great dish for holiday entertaining because of its festive colors and make-ahead instructions. Ingredients:
1/2 cup olive oil |
1/2 cup white wine vinegar |
1 (2-ounce) jar diced pimiento, drained |
3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley |
3 tablespoons minced green onions |
3 garlic cloves, minced |
3/4 teaspoon dried basil |
1/2 teaspoon salt |
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper |
1 (8-ounce) block reduced-fat sharp cheddar cheese |
1 (8-ounce) package light cream cheese, chilled |
Directions:
1. Combine first 10 ingredients, stirring with a whisk.
2. Cut block of Cheddar cheese in half lengthwise. Cut crosswise into 1/4-inch-thick slices. Repeat procedure with cream cheese. Arrange cheese slices alternately in a shallow baking dish, standing slices on edge. Pour marinade over cheese slices. Cover and marinate in refrigerator at least 8 hours.
3. Transfer cheese slices to a serving platter in the same alternating fashion, reserving marinade. Spoon marinade over cheese slices. Serve with whole wheat crackers (crackers not included in analysis).
4. carbo rating: 2
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